Sikandri - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Sikandri is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Sikandri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandri is 479246. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.21 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sikandri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khilchipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikandri
According to the 2011 Census, Sikandri village had a total population of 916 people, including 472 males and 444 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.91%, with male literacy at 80.73% and female literacy at 54.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 916 | 472 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 331 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 141 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Sikandri
Sikandri 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 Sikandri
Sikandri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Khilchipur to Sikandri is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Sikandri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikandri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikandri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikandri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikandri 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 Sikandri
Where is Sikandri located?
Sikandri village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikandri?
Sikandri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikandri?
The pincode of Sikandri is 465679.
What is the population of Sikandri?
Sikandri had a total population of 916, including 472 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Sikandri?
Sikandri had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandri was 67.91%. Male literacy was 80.73% and female literacy was 54.57%.