Sidhpur - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Sidhpur is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from Khambhalia and around 90 km from Jamnagar. Sidhpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidhpur is 513532. The village covers a total geographical area of 1252.05 hectares and falls under the 361305 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sidhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidhpur
As per Census 2011, Sidhpur village has a total population of 1,285 people, consisting of 662 males and 623 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,285 | 662 | 623 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 452 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 210 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Sidhpur
Sidhpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sidhpur
Public transport in the Sidhpur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Sidhpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Sidhpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sidhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sidhpur
Where is Sidhpur located?
Sidhpur village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidhpur?
Sidhpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sidhpur?
The pincode of Sidhpur is 361305.
What is the population of Sidhpur?
Sidhpur has a total population of 1,285, including 662 males and 623 females.
How many households are there in Sidhpur?
There are 237 households in Sidhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sidhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidhpur is 56.42%. Male literacy is 68.28% and female literacy is 43.82%.