Sidhwalia - Sidhwalia, Gopalganj
Sidhwalia is a village situated in the Sidhwalia subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhwalia and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Budhasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidhwalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidhwalia is 231126. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.2 hectares and falls under the 841423 pincode. Barauli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sidhwalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sidhwalia
As per Census 2011, Sidhwalia village has a total population of 1,224 people, consisting of 567 males and 657 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 1,158 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 606 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidhwalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,224 | 567 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 125 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 188 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 35 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 318 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 249 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Sidhwalia
Sidhwalia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhojpurwa | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Dekuli | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Budhsi | West | 1.42 km |
| Gauri | East | 1.57 km |
| Mangolpur | North | 1.71 km |
| Teknewas | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Harpur | West | 2.25 km |
| Madhopur Turkaha | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Kesho Gaura | East | 2.68 km |
| Gaji Gaura | East | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sidhwalia
Sidhwalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brij Kishor Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barauli to Sidhwalia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Sidhwalia is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidhwalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidhwalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sidhwalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidhwalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sidhwalia
Where is Sidhwalia located?
Sidhwalia village is located in Sidhwalia Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidhwalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidhwalia is Budhasi.
What is the pincode of Sidhwalia?
The pincode of Sidhwalia is 841423.
What is the population of Sidhwalia?
Sidhwalia has a total population of 1,224, including 567 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Sidhwalia?
There are 246 households in Sidhwalia.
What is the literacy rate in Sidhwalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidhwalia is 49.51%. Male literacy is 56.08% and female literacy is 43.84%.