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
According to the 2011 Census, Vidday village had a total population of 1,366 people, including 706 males and 660 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.71%, with male literacy at 77.59% and female literacy at 49.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 1,366 | 706 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 126 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,366, including 706 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Vidday?
Vidday had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vidday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vidday was 63.71%. Male literacy was 77.59% and female literacy was 49.28%.