Sikanderpur - Bishnah, Jammu
Sikanderpur is a village situated in the Bishnah tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 17 km from Jammu and around 17 km from Jammu. Pirthipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikanderpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikanderpur is 005943. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.5 hectares and falls under the 181132 pincode. Jammu is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sikanderpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikanderpur
As per Census 2011, Sikanderpur village has a total population of 703 people, consisting of 349 males and 354 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 98 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikanderpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 349 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 51 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 181 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 234 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 115 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Sikanderpur
Sikanderpur 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 Sikanderpur
Sikanderpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jammu to Sikanderpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sikanderpur is about 17 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 Sikanderpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikanderpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikanderpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikanderpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikanderpur
Where is Sikanderpur located?
Sikanderpur village is located in Bishnah Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikanderpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikanderpur is Pirthipur.
What is the pincode of Sikanderpur?
The pincode of Sikanderpur is 181132.
What is the population of Sikanderpur?
Sikanderpur has a total population of 703, including 349 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Sikanderpur?
There are 136 households in Sikanderpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sikanderpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikanderpur is 63.02%. Male literacy is 67.05% and female literacy is 59.04%.