Vidday - Srigufwara, Anantnag
Vidday is a village situated in the Srigufwara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Bijbehara and around 24 km from Anantnag. Viday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vidday village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vidday is 003590. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.3 hectares and falls under the 192401 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Vidday village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijbehara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vidday
As per Census 2011, Vidday village has a total population of 1,366 people, consisting of 706 males and 660 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 725 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vidday are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,366 | 706 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 126 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 725 | 450 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 256 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Vidday
Vidday 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 Vidday
Vidday is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vidday.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Vidday is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Vidday is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vidday
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vidday village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Vidday
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vidday 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vidday
Where is Vidday located?
Vidday village is located in Srigufwara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vidday?
The Gram Panchayat of Vidday is Viday.
What is the pincode of Vidday?
The pincode of Vidday is 192401.
What is the population of Vidday?
Vidday has a total population of 1,366, including 706 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Vidday?
There are 241 households in Vidday.
What is the literacy rate in Vidday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vidday is 53.07%. Male literacy is 63.74% and female literacy is 41.67%.