Sidher - Suchetgarh, Jammu
Sidher is a village situated in the Suchetgarh tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from R.s.pora and around 23 km from Jammu. Badyal Qazian serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sidher village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidher is 006065. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.4 hectares and falls under the 181102 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Sidher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidher
According to the 2011 Census, Sidher village had a total population of 1,095 people, including 579 males and 516 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 87.69% and female literacy at 74.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 542, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,095 | 579 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 293 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 456 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 123 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Sidher
Sidher 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 Sidher
Sidher 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 R.s.pora to Sidher is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sidher is about 23 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 Sidher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sidher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidher 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sidher
Where is Sidher located?
Sidher village is located in Suchetgarh Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sidher?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sidher is Badyal Qazian.
What is the pincode of Sidher?
The pincode of Sidher is 181102.
What is the population of Sidher?
Sidher had a total population of 1,095, including 579 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Sidher?
Sidher had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sidher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidher was 81.47%. Male literacy was 87.69% and female literacy was 74.63%.