Sikandarpura - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Sikandarpura is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Jesangpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikandarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandarpura is 519959. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.74 hectares and falls under the 391760 pincode. Vadodara is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sikandarpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikandarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sikandarpura village had a total population of 2,905 people, including 1,538 males and 1,367 females, living in 653 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.87%, with male literacy at 94.18% and female literacy at 87.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 223.
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 | 2,905 | 1,538 | 1,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 180 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 114 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 2,349 | 1,279 | 1,070 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 259 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Sikandarpura
Sikandarpura 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 Sikandarpura
Sikandarpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sikandarpura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vadodara to Sikandarpura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikandarpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikandarpura 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 Sikandarpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikandarpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikandarpura
Where is Sikandarpura located?
Sikandarpura village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikandarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikandarpura is Jesangpura.
What is the pincode of Sikandarpura?
The pincode of Sikandarpura is 391760.
What is the population of Sikandarpura?
Sikandarpura had a total population of 2,905, including 1,538 males and 1,367 females.
How many households are there in Sikandarpura?
Sikandarpura had 653 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandarpura was 90.87%. Male literacy was 94.18% and female literacy was 87.20%.