Saidoon - Thural, Kangra
Saidoon is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Thural Kana Sabhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saidoon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saidoon is 011115. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.6 hectares and falls under the 176107 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Saidoon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saidoon
According to the 2011 Census, Saidoon village had a total population of 436 people, including 182 males and 254 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 1,396 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.87%, with male literacy at 82.17% and female literacy at 71.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 436 | 182 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 129 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 53 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Saidoon
Saidoon 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 Saidoon
Saidoon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Saidoon is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saidoon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saidoon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saidoon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saidoon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saidoon
Where is Saidoon located?
Saidoon village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saidoon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saidoon is Thural Kana Sabhan.
What is the pincode of Saidoon?
The pincode of Saidoon is 176107.
What is the population of Saidoon?
Saidoon had a total population of 436, including 182 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Saidoon?
Saidoon had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saidoon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saidoon was 75.87%. Male literacy was 82.17% and female literacy was 71.30%.