Sikandarpura - Pohri, Shivpuri
Sikandarpura is a village situated in the Pohri tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pohri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Daurani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikandarpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandarpura is 455201. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.84 hectares and falls under the 473775 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 60 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 Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikandarpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sikandarpura village had a total population of 657 people, including 342 males and 315 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.11%, with male literacy at 61.57% and female literacy at 43.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 544.
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 | 657 | 342 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 544 | 282 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 165 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 177 | 207 |
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.
| 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 Shivpuri to Sikandarpura is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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 >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 Pohri Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikandarpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikandarpura is Daurani.
What is the pincode of Sikandarpura?
The pincode of Sikandarpura is 473775.
What is the population of Sikandarpura?
Sikandarpura had a total population of 657, including 342 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Sikandarpura?
Sikandarpura had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandarpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandarpura was 53.11%. Male literacy was 61.57% and female literacy was 43.90%.