Sidhpur - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Sidhpur is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Lansdowne and around 150 km from Pauri. Maildhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidhpur is 047669. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.9 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Sidhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sidhpur village had a total population of 82 people, including 34 males and 48 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,412 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.75%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 82.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 82 | 34 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 32 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 2 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Sidhpur
Sidhpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sidhpur
Public transport in the Sidhpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Sidhpur is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Sidhpur is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidhpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sidhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sidhpur
Where is Sidhpur located?
Sidhpur village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidhpur is Maildhar.
What is the pincode of Sidhpur?
The pincode of Sidhpur is 246179.
What is the population of Sidhpur?
Sidhpur had a total population of 82, including 34 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Sidhpur?
Sidhpur had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sidhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidhpur was 88.75%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 82.98%.