Siaha (official name given by the Mara Autonomous District Council, popularly known as Saiha) is a town and headquarters of Siaha District and the Mara Autonomous District Council in southern Mizoram, northeast India. It is the fourth most populous town in Mizoram.

Geography

Siaha is located at 22.48°N, 92.97°W.

Demographics

India census, Siaha had a population of 19,731. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Siaha has an average literacy rate of 79%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 77%. In Siaha, 16% of the population is under 6 years of age. Siaha is the fastest growing town in Mizoram, 2008 statistical handbook of Mizoram reveals that the town has a population of 29,275 in 2008 against 19,731 in 2001.

Transport

A Helicopter service by Pawan Hans has been started which connects the Aizawl with Siaha. The Distance between Siaha and Aizawl through NH 54 is 378 km and is connected with regular service of Bus and Jeeps.

Media

The Major Newspapers in Saiha are: