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
As per Census 2011, Sirtengal village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 232 males and 210 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirtengal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 442, including 232 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Sirtengal?
There are 81 households in Sirtengal.
What is the literacy rate in Sirtengal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirtengal is 70.81%. Male literacy is 78.45% and female literacy is 62.38%.