Sikandarpur - Mawana, Meerut
Sikandarpur is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawana and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Sikandarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikandarpur is 118953. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.535 hectares and falls under the 250104 pincode. Garh Mukeswar is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikandarpur
As per Census 2011, Sikandarpur village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 342 males and 299 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 631 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikandarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 342 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 631 | 337 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 196 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 146 | 181 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahipur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Bhagwanpur Khadar | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Chandpur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Firozpur | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Khanwala | West | 2.96 km |
| Tarbiyatpur Janubi | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Askaripur | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Sarangpur | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Ibrahimpur | West | 3.41 km |
| Tarbiyatpur Shumali | North-West | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikandarpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sikandarpur. The nearest railway station is Garhmuktesar, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Garh Mukeswar to Sikandarpur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Meerut to Sikandarpur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sikandarpur
Where is Sikandarpur located?
Sikandarpur village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikandarpur?
Sikandarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikandarpur?
The pincode of Sikandarpur is 250104.
What is the population of Sikandarpur?
Sikandarpur has a total population of 641, including 342 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Sikandarpur?
There are 137 households in Sikandarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikandarpur is 48.99%. Male literacy is 57.31% and female literacy is 39.46%.