Sidnal - Nippani, Belagavi
Sidnal is a village situated in the Nippani taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 38 km from Chikodi and around 110 km from Belgaum. Sidnal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidnal is 597163. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.56 hectares and falls under the 591211 pincode. Nipani is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sidnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nippani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidnal
According to the 2011 Census, Sidnal village had a total population of 2,608 people, including 1,322 males and 1,286 females, living in 646 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.43%, with male literacy at 90.76% and female literacy at 71.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 516.
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 | 2,608 | 1,322 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 132 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 256 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,925 | 1,080 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 683 | 242 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Sidnal
Sidnal 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 Sidnal
Sidnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Nipani to Sidnal is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Sidnal is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidnal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sidnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sidnal
Where is Sidnal located?
Sidnal village is located in Nippani Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidnal?
Sidnal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sidnal?
The pincode of Sidnal is 591211.
What is the population of Sidnal?
Sidnal had a total population of 2,608, including 1,322 males and 1,286 females.
How many households are there in Sidnal?
Sidnal had 646 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sidnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidnal was 81.43%. Male literacy was 90.76% and female literacy was 71.98%.