Sikandrapur - Konch, Jalaun
Sikandrapur is a village situated in the Konch tehsil of Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konch and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Jalaun. Sikandrapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandrapur is 151797. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 285206 pincode. Jalaun is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sikandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhaugarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalaun Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikandrapur
As per Census 2011, Sikandrapur village has a total population of 997 people, consisting of 547 males and 450 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 997 | 547 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 381 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 166 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Sikandrapur
Sikandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lalpura | South | 0.68 km |
| Ganeshpura | North | 0.82 km |
| Mithanpura | South | 1.21 km |
| Sikri Khurd | West | 1.24 km |
| Sipura | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Jakhela | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Nadigaon | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Basith | South | 1.97 km |
| Sirtajpura | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Rajipura | South-West | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikandrapur
Sikandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalaun to Sikandrapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalaun to Sikandrapur is about 46 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 Sikandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikandrapur 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 Sikandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikandrapur 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 Sikandrapur
Where is Sikandrapur located?
Sikandrapur village is located in Konch Tehsil, Jalaun district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikandrapur?
Sikandrapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikandrapur?
The pincode of Sikandrapur is 285206.
What is the population of Sikandrapur?
Sikandrapur has a total population of 997, including 547 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Sikandrapur?
There are 186 households in Sikandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandrapur is 54.46%. Male literacy is 69.65% and female literacy is 36.00%.