Sarkandi - Bindki, Fatehpur
Sarkandi is a village situated in the Bindki tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bindki and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Sarkandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkandi is 156458. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.82 hectares and falls under the 212635 pincode. Bindki is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sarkandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Binkdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarkandi
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkandi village had a total population of 2,135 people, including 1,135 males and 1,000 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.82%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 47.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,034.
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 | 2,135 | 1,135 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 195 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,034 | 545 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,065 | 682 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 453 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkandi
Sarkandi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakmohiuddinpur | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Selawan | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Chaksanttar | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Chak Jahanpur | West | 2.27 km |
| Bheweli | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Kushara | South | 2.58 km |
| Hajratpur | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Chakhata | South | 2.67 km |
| Akbarpur | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Mandrov | South | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarkandi
Sarkandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanspur Gugauli, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bindki to Sarkandi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Sarkandi is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarkandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkandi 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 Sarkandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarkandi
Where is Sarkandi located?
Sarkandi village is located in Bindki Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarkandi?
Sarkandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarkandi?
The pincode of Sarkandi is 212635.
What is the population of Sarkandi?
Sarkandi had a total population of 2,135, including 1,135 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Sarkandi?
Sarkandi had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkandi was 60.82%. Male literacy was 72.55% and female literacy was 47.23%.