Sikendrapur - Kundhit, Jamtara
Sikendrapur is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Muraberia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikendrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikendrapur is 373359. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.68 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Sikendrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikendrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sikendrapur village had a total population of 482 people, including 252 males and 230 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.58%, with male literacy at 61.88% and female literacy at 53.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 245.
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 | 482 | 252 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 121 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 125 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 127 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Sikendrapur
Sikendrapur 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 Sikendrapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sikendrapur.
| 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 Jamtara to Sikendrapur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikendrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikendrapur 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 Sikendrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikendrapur 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 Sikendrapur
Where is Sikendrapur located?
Sikendrapur village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikendrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikendrapur is Muraberia.
What is the pincode of Sikendrapur?
The pincode of Sikendrapur is 815359.
What is the population of Sikendrapur?
Sikendrapur had a total population of 482, including 252 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Sikendrapur?
Sikendrapur had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikendrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikendrapur was 57.58%. Male literacy was 61.88% and female literacy was 53.09%.