Sikandarpur Khas - Harraiya, Basti
Sikandarpur Khas is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sikandarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikandarpur Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandarpur Khas is 179166. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 272129 pincode.
Sikandarpur Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikandarpur Khas
As per Census 2011, Sikandarpur Khas village has a total population of 5,054 people, consisting of 2,571 males and 2,483 females. The village has 787 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 761 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,952 literate and 2,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 573 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikandarpur Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,054 | 2,571 | 2,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 761 | 402 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 284 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 2,952 | 1,708 | 1,244 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,102 | 863 | 1,239 |
Nearby Villages of Sikandarpur Khas
Sikandarpur Khas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beni Nagar | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Jagarnathpur | South-West | 1.18 km |
| Deonathpur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Chheriya Para | East | 1.29 km |
| Parvar Para | South | 1.64 km |
| Nevari | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Laukajot | East | 1.83 km |
| Narayanpur | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Kharouwa | West | 2.04 km |
| Chauri | North-East | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikandarpur Khas
Sikandarpur Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Katra, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Sikandarpur Khas is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikandarpur Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikandarpur Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikandarpur Khas
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 Khas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikandarpur Khas
Where is Sikandarpur Khas located?
Sikandarpur Khas village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikandarpur Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikandarpur Khas is Sikandarpur.
What is the pincode of Sikandarpur Khas?
The pincode of Sikandarpur Khas is 272129.
What is the population of Sikandarpur Khas?
Sikandarpur Khas has a total population of 5,054, including 2,571 males and 2,483 females.
How many households are there in Sikandarpur Khas?
There are 787 households in Sikandarpur Khas.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandarpur Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandarpur Khas is 58.41%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 50.10%.