Sildhar - Ramban
Sildhar is a village situated in the Ramban tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Ramban, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sildhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sildhar is 004631. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 182144 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sildhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sildhar
As per Census 2011, Sildhar village has a total population of 1,265 people, consisting of 659 males and 606 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 413 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sildhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,265 | 659 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 127 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 220 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 309 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 803 | 350 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Sildhar
Sildhar 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 Sildhar
Public transport in the Sildhar is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramban to Sildhar is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Sildhar is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sildhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sildhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sildhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sildhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sildhar
Where is Sildhar located?
Sildhar village is located in Ramban Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sildhar?
Sildhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sildhar?
The pincode of Sildhar is 182144.
What is the population of Sildhar?
Sildhar has a total population of 1,265, including 659 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Sildhar?
There are 245 households in Sildhar.
What is the literacy rate in Sildhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sildhar is 36.52%. Male literacy is 46.89% and female literacy is 25.25%.