Sidari - Dahi, Dhar
Sidari is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Sidari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidari is 475579. The village covers a total geographical area of 766.35 hectares and falls under the 454001 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sidari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidari
As per Census 2011, Sidari village has a total population of 1,752 people, consisting of 903 males and 849 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 1,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,752 | 903 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,348 | 688 | 660 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 373 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,168 | 530 | 638 |
Nearby Villages of Sidari
Sidari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pendharwani | North | 2.05 km |
| Devdha | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Jamda | South | 2.72 km |
| Ummedpura | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Thengcha | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Piplud | West | 4.03 km |
| Bhagawa | North | 4.03 km |
| Atarsuma | North | 4.35 km |
| Makadwani | East | 4.77 km |
| Chhediyapipal | North-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sidari
Sidari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dahi to Sidari is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Sidari is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sidari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sidari
Where is Sidari located?
Sidari village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidari?
Sidari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sidari?
The pincode of Sidari is 454001.
What is the population of Sidari?
Sidari has a total population of 1,752, including 903 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Sidari?
There are 330 households in Sidari.
What is the literacy rate in Sidari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidari is 33.33%. Male literacy is 41.31% and female literacy is 24.85%.