Sidumber - Dharampur, Valsad
Sidumber is a village situated in the Dharampur taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Sidhumbar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidumber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidumber is 523355. The village covers a total geographical area of 909.69 hectares and falls under the 396050 pincode. Dharampur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sidumber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sidumber
According to the 2011 Census, Sidumber village had a total population of 2,523 people, including 1,233 males and 1,290 females, living in 511 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.34%, with male literacy at 72.07% and female literacy at 52.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,500.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,523 | 1,233 | 1,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 134 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,500 | 1,221 | 1,279 |
| Literate Population | 1,397 | 792 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,126 | 441 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Sidumber
Sidumber 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 Sidumber
Sidumber is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharampur to Sidumber is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Sidumber is about 40 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 Sidumber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidumber 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sidumber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidumber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sidumber
Where is Sidumber located?
Sidumber village is located in Dharampur Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidumber?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidumber is Sidhumbar.
What is the pincode of Sidumber?
The pincode of Sidumber is 396050.
What is the population of Sidumber?
Sidumber had a total population of 2,523, including 1,233 males and 1,290 females.
How many households are there in Sidumber?
Sidumber had 511 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sidumber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidumber was 62.34%. Male literacy was 72.07% and female literacy was 52.98%.