Saidoke - Baba Bakala, Amritsar
Saidoke is a village situated in the Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baba Bakala and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Amritsar . Saidoke village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saidoke is 037813. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 143114 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Saidoke village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baba bakala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khadoor Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saidoke
According to the 2011 Census, Saidoke village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 882 males and 804 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.97%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 67.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 607.
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 | 1,686 | 882 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 106 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 607 | 316 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 652 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 230 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Saidoke
Saidoke 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotla Subha Singh | South-East | 1.28 km |
| Badowal | North | 1.32 km |
| Bujianwali | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Khabba Rajputan | South | 1.99 km |
| Pero Shah | East | 2.11 km |
| Sadha Rang | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Machhike | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Boja | East | 3.02 km |
| Chaudhriwal | North | 3.09 km |
| Chone | North-East | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saidoke
Saidoke is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Batala Junction, while the nearest airport is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Amritsar to Saidoke is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saidoke
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saidoke 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 Saidoke
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saidoke village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saidoke
Where is Saidoke located?
Saidoke village is located in Baba Bakala Tehsil, Amritsar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saidoke?
Saidoke is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saidoke?
The pincode of Saidoke is 143114.
What is the population of Saidoke?
Saidoke had a total population of 1,686, including 882 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Saidoke?
Saidoke had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saidoke?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saidoke was 75.97%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 67.27%.