Sikandarpur - Rajakhera, Dholpur
Sikandarpur is a village situated in the Rajakhera tehsil of Dholpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from Rajakhera and around 47 km from Dhaulpur. Samauna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikandarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandarpur is 076135. The village covers a total geographical area of 397 hectares and falls under the 328025 pincode. Rajakhera is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sikandarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajakhera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikandarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sikandarpur village had a total population of 221 people, including 120 males and 101 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.81%, with male literacy at 81.73% and female literacy at 56.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 221 | 120 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 85 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 35 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Sikandarpur
Sikandarpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Basai Kavilal | South-West | 0.86 km |
| Basai Gheeyaram | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Samauna | East | 2.10 km |
| Garhi Kareelpur | North | 2.13 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Garhi Jafar | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Jarga | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Dagra | South | 3.21 km |
| Sultanpur | North | 3.31 km |
| Ratan Basai | South-East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikandarpur
Public transport in the Sikandarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mania, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajakhera to Sikandarpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhaulpur to Sikandarpur is about 47 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 Sikandarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikandarpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikandarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikandarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sikandarpur
Where is Sikandarpur located?
Sikandarpur village is located in Rajakhera Tehsil, Dholpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikandarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikandarpur is Samauna.
What is the pincode of Sikandarpur?
The pincode of Sikandarpur is 328025.
What is the population of Sikandarpur?
Sikandarpur had a total population of 221, including 120 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Sikandarpur?
Sikandarpur had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandarpur was 70.81%. Male literacy was 81.73% and female literacy was 56.79%.