Sidhauni - Bhanpur, Basti
Sidhauni is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Hardiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidhauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidhauni is 178899. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.73 hectares and falls under the 272002 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sidhauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidhauni
As per Census 2011, Sidhauni village has a total population of 30 people, consisting of 14 males and 16 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidhauni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Sidhauni
Sidhauni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chamaruha | North-West | 0.65 km |
| Sidhavni | West | 0.68 km |
| Hatha Khurd | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Aghariya | South | 1.01 km |
| Sakaraula | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Niyamatpur | East | 1.44 km |
| Sukarauli | North | 1.48 km |
| Deo Rahara | East | 1.53 km |
| Atara | North | 1.60 km |
| Ghurkawa | West | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sidhauni
The nearest railway station is Govindnagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Sidhauni is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Sidhauni
Where is Sidhauni located?
Sidhauni village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidhauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidhauni is Hardiya.
What is the pincode of Sidhauni?
The pincode of Sidhauni is 272002.
What is the population of Sidhauni?
Sidhauni has a total population of 30, including 14 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Sidhauni?
There are 8 households in Sidhauni.
What is the literacy rate in Sidhauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidhauni is 50.00%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 43.75%.