Sirtengal - Bhaderwah, Doda
Sirtengal is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baderwah and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Sartingal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirtengal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirtengal is 004506. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 182222 pincode. Baderwah is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sirtengal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirtengal
According to the 2011 Census, Sirtengal village had a total population of 442 people, including 232 males and 210 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.30%, with male literacy at 91.00% and female literacy at 70.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 442 | 232 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 182 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 50 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Sirtengal
Sirtengal 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 Sirtengal
Public transport in the Sirtengal is mainly available through shared van 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 Baderwah to Sirtengal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Sirtengal is about 39 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 Sirtengal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirtengal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirtengal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirtengal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sirtengal
Where is Sirtengal located?
Sirtengal village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirtengal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirtengal is Sartingal.
What is the pincode of Sirtengal?
The pincode of Sirtengal is 182222.
What is the population of Sirtengal?
Sirtengal had a total population of 442, including 232 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Sirtengal?
Sirtengal had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirtengal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirtengal was 81.30%. Male literacy was 91.00% and female literacy was 70.81%.