Sidhwali - Belthara Road, Ballia
Sidhwali is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Sidhauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidhwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidhwali is 197759. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.84 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode.
Sidhwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidhwali
According to the 2011 Census, Sidhwali village had a total population of 1,167 people, including 587 males and 580 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.30%, with male literacy at 85.57% and female literacy at 59.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 359.
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 | 1,167 | 587 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 186 | 173 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 421 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 166 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Sidhwali
Sidhwali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sasnadih | North-East | 0.86 km |
| Deodharia T.bhimpura | West | 1.03 km |
| Khunta | North | 1.16 km |
| Kushha Rasidpur | East | 1.42 km |
| Deodharia M. Premrajsingh | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Bahorwa | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Inupur | East | 1.78 km |
| Chak Habsapur | West | 1.78 km |
| Sabdalpur | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Bhitaha Gopalpur | South-East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sidhwali
Sidhwali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Sidhwali is about 63 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 Sidhwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidhwali 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 Sidhwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidhwali 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sidhwali
Where is Sidhwali located?
Sidhwali village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidhwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidhwali is Sidhauli.
What is the pincode of Sidhwali?
The pincode of Sidhwali is 221716.
What is the population of Sidhwali?
Sidhwali had a total population of 1,167, including 587 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Sidhwali?
Sidhwali had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sidhwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidhwali was 72.30%. Male literacy was 85.57% and female literacy was 59.15%.