Saidgarh - Bishnah, Jammu
Saidgarh is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnah and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Saidgarh village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saidgarh is 006241. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.3 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Bishnah is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Saidgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saidgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Saidgarh village had a total population of 680 people, including 342 males and 338 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.85%, with male literacy at 87.67% and female literacy at 67.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 680 | 342 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 263 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 79 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Saidgarh
Saidgarh 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 Saidgarh
Saidgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bishnah to Saidgarh is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Saidgarh is about 32 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 Saidgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saidgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saidgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saidgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Saidgarh
Where is Saidgarh located?
Saidgarh village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Saidgarh?
Saidgarh is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saidgarh?
The pincode of Saidgarh is 181132.
What is the population of Saidgarh?
Saidgarh had a total population of 680, including 342 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Saidgarh?
Saidgarh had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saidgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saidgarh was 77.85%. Male literacy was 87.67% and female literacy was 67.91%.