Saidon - Mukerian, Hoshiarpur
Saidon is a village situated in the Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukerian and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Patti Kaler serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saidon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saidon is 031255. The village covers a total geographical area of 180 hectares and falls under the 144524 pincode. Mukerian is the nearest town.
Saidon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukerian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saidon
According to the 2011 Census, Saidon village had a total population of 976 people, including 484 males and 492 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.18%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 80.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
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 | 976 | 484 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 74 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 753 | 396 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 88 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Saidon
Saidon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Noshehra Simbli | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Marule | South | 1.44 km |
| Godan | West | 1.75 km |
| Sariana | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Bela Sariana | East | 2.31 km |
| Dhade Katwal | East | 2.90 km |
| Ladhiari | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Wajeeran | West | 3.35 km |
| Sandhwal | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Gera | South-East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saidon
Saidon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhangala, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Saidon is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saidon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saidon 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 Saidon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saidon 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 Saidon
Where is Saidon located?
Saidon village is located in Mukerian Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saidon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saidon is Patti Kaler.
What is the pincode of Saidon?
The pincode of Saidon is 144524.
What is the population of Saidon?
Saidon had a total population of 976, including 484 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Saidon?
Saidon had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saidon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saidon was 85.18%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 80.41%.