Sidai - Hilli, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sidai is a village situated in the Hilli subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hilli and around 20.9 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jamalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidai is 311034. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.31 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sidai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sidai
As per Census 2011, Sidai village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 249 males and 216 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 334 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 249 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 148 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 192 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 57 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Sidai
Sidai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurpur | South-West | 0.72 km |
| Garna | South | 0.74 km |
| Purbba Jagannathpur | North | 0.87 km |
| Jantipur | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Laskarpur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Goyespur | South | 1.51 km |
| Gosaipur | East | 1.57 km |
| Habibpur | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Ramjibanpur | West | 1.98 km |
| Mahishnota | North-West | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sidai
Sidai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.7 km.
| 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 Balurghat to Sidai is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sidai is about 20.9 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 Sidai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sidai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sidai
Where is Sidai located?
Sidai village is located in Hilli Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidai is Jamalpur.
What is the pincode of Sidai?
The pincode of Sidai is 733145.
What is the population of Sidai?
Sidai has a total population of 465, including 249 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Sidai?
There are 113 households in Sidai.
What is the literacy rate in Sidai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidai is 71.83%. Male literacy is 77.11% and female literacy is 65.74%.