Sikandarpur Bazar - Shahabad, Hardoi
Sikandarpur Bazar is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Sikandarpur Bazar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandarpur Bazar is 139371. The village covers a total geographical area of 513.1 hectares and falls under the 241125 pincode. Shahabad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sikandarpur Bazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikandarpur Bazar
As per Census 2011, Sikandarpur Bazar village has a total population of 3,204 people, consisting of 1,721 males and 1,483 females. The village has 664 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 493 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,931 literate and 1,273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,563 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikandarpur Bazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,204 | 1,721 | 1,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 493 | 274 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,563 | 859 | 704 |
| Literate Population | 1,931 | 1,195 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,273 | 526 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Sikandarpur Bazar
Sikandarpur Bazar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salempur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Raipur | North | 1.92 km |
| Kamalpur | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Madnapur | North | 2.50 km |
| Kheriya | East | 2.70 km |
| Mohauddinpur | North | 2.97 km |
| Behta Gokul | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Todarpur | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Pipari | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Saidpur | North-West | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikandarpur Bazar
Sikandarpur Bazar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Behtagokul, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahabad to Sikandarpur Bazar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardoi to Sikandarpur Bazar is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikandarpur Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikandarpur Bazar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikandarpur Bazar
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 Bazar 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 Sikandarpur Bazar
Where is Sikandarpur Bazar located?
Sikandarpur Bazar village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikandarpur Bazar?
Sikandarpur Bazar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikandarpur Bazar?
The pincode of Sikandarpur Bazar is 241125.
What is the population of Sikandarpur Bazar?
Sikandarpur Bazar has a total population of 3,204, including 1,721 males and 1,483 females.
How many households are there in Sikandarpur Bazar?
There are 664 households in Sikandarpur Bazar.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandarpur Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandarpur Bazar is 60.27%. Male literacy is 69.44% and female literacy is 49.63%.