Sidhwan
Sidhwan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sidhwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sidhwan unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sidhwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sidhwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sidhwan is 028586. The village spans a total geographical area of 122 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143514. Sri Hargobindpur is nearest town to Sidhwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sidhwan
Population of Sidhwan
According to the 2011 Census, Sidhwan has a total population of about 616, with approximately 335 males and 281 females. The sex ratio is around 838 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 162 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.75%, with male literacy at about 70.75% and female literacy near 59.79%. There are around 114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sidhwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 616 | 335 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 85 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 405 | 237 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 98 | 113 |
Connectivity of Sidhwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sidhwan. As per the 2011 stats, Sidhwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sidhwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sidhwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sidhwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sidhwan
- Where is Sidhwan located?
- Sidhwan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sidhwan?
- Sidhwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sidhwan?
- The pincode of Sidhwan is 143514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sidhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sidhwan is 616, with 335 males and 281 females.
- How many households are there in Sidhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sidhwan village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sidhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sidhwan is 65.75%. The male literacy rate is 70.75%, while the female literacy rate is 59.79%.