Siddiqueganj - Jawar, Sehore
Siddiqueganj is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Siddiqueganj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siddiqueganj is 483143. The village covers a total geographical area of 1350.63 hectares and falls under the 466221 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Siddiqueganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siddiqueganj
As per Census 2011, Siddiqueganj village has a total population of 5,741 people, consisting of 2,971 males and 2,770 females. The village has 1,163 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 800 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,450 literate and 2,291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 465 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siddiqueganj are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,741 | 2,971 | 2,770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 800 | 426 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,762 | 921 | 841 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 465 | 204 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 3,450 | 2,081 | 1,369 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,291 | 890 | 1,401 |
Nearby Villages of Siddiqueganj
Siddiqueganj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahjahanpura | East | 2.26 km |
| Umardad | West | 2.94 km |
| Barkhedi (siddiqueganj) | North | 3.01 km |
| Harjipura | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Dehmat | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Guradiya Rao | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Baja Khedi | East | 3.56 km |
| Pamakhedi | South-West | 3.66 km |
| Bandariya Daliya | North | 4.13 km |
| Jhajhanpura | West | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siddiqueganj
Siddiqueganj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Berchha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ashta to Siddiqueganj is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Siddiqueganj is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siddiqueganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siddiqueganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siddiqueganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siddiqueganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Siddiqueganj
Where is Siddiqueganj located?
Siddiqueganj village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siddiqueganj?
Siddiqueganj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siddiqueganj?
The pincode of Siddiqueganj is 466221.
What is the population of Siddiqueganj?
Siddiqueganj has a total population of 5,741, including 2,971 males and 2,770 females.
How many households are there in Siddiqueganj?
There are 1,163 households in Siddiqueganj.
What is the literacy rate in Siddiqueganj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siddiqueganj is 60.09%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 49.42%.