Sikandar Pur - Bausi, Banka
Sikandar Pur is a village situated in the Bausi subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bausi and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Sikandarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikandar Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandar Pur is 242374. The village covers a total geographical area of 729 hectares and falls under the 813104 pincode. Banka is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sikandar Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikandar Pur
As per Census 2011, Sikandar Pur village has a total population of 6,169 people, consisting of 3,255 males and 2,914 females. The village has 1,200 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,032 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,282 literate and 2,887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 739 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikandar Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,169 | 3,255 | 2,914 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,032 | 531 | 501 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 201 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 739 | 376 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 3,282 | 1,990 | 1,292 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,887 | 1,265 | 1,622 |
Nearby Villages of Sikandar Pur
Sikandar Pur 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 Sikandar Pur
Sikandar Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sikandar Pur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banka to Sikandar Pur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikandar Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikandar Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikandar Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikandar Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikandar Pur
Where is Sikandar Pur located?
Sikandar Pur village is located in Bausi Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikandar Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikandar Pur is Sikandarpur.
What is the pincode of Sikandar Pur?
The pincode of Sikandar Pur is 813104.
What is the population of Sikandar Pur?
Sikandar Pur has a total population of 6,169, including 3,255 males and 2,914 females.
How many households are there in Sikandar Pur?
There are 1,200 households in Sikandar Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandar Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandar Pur is 53.20%. Male literacy is 61.14% and female literacy is 44.34%.