Saidpur - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Saidpur is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Saidpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saidpur is 031817. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 144526 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Saidpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saidpur
According to the 2011 Census, Saidpur village had a total population of 576 people, including 306 males and 270 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.72%, with male literacy at 86.14% and female literacy at 81.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 576 | 306 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 39 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 432 | 230 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 76 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Saidpur
Saidpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marula | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Nauneetpur | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Taulian | East | 1.42 km |
| Jallowal | West | 1.55 km |
| Makhangaeh | South | 1.88 km |
| Subhanpur | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Bihala | North | 1.92 km |
| Lehli Kalan | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Khanoor | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Kammowal | East | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saidpur
Saidpur 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 Mahngarwal Doaba, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Saidpur is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saidpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saidpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saidpur
Where is Saidpur located?
Saidpur village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saidpur?
Saidpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saidpur?
The pincode of Saidpur is 144526.
What is the population of Saidpur?
Saidpur had a total population of 576, including 306 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Saidpur?
Saidpur had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saidpur was 83.72%. Male literacy was 86.14% and female literacy was 81.12%.