Sidhwan - Batala, Gurdaspur
Sidhwan is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Sidhwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidhwan is 028586. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 143515 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Sidhwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidhwan
As per Census 2011, Sidhwan village has a total population of 616 people, consisting of 335 males and 281 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 838 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidhwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 335 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 237 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 98 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Sidhwan
Sidhwan 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 Sidhwan
Sidhwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gurdaspur to Sidhwan is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidhwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidhwan 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sidhwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidhwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sidhwan
Where is Sidhwan located?
Sidhwan village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidhwan?
Sidhwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sidhwan?
The pincode of Sidhwan is 143515.
What is the population of Sidhwan?
Sidhwan has a total population of 616, including 335 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Sidhwan?
There are 114 households in Sidhwan.
What is the literacy rate in Sidhwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidhwan is 65.75%. Male literacy is 70.75% and female literacy is 59.79%.