Sikanderpur - Chunar, Mirzapur
Sikanderpur is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Sikandarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikanderpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikanderpur is 212701. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.14 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sikanderpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikanderpur
As per Census 2011, Sikanderpur village has a total population of 3,288 people, consisting of 1,745 males and 1,543 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 573 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,859 literate and 1,429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikanderpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,288 | 1,745 | 1,543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 315 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 310 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 1,859 | 1,097 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,429 | 648 | 781 |
Nearby Villages of Sikanderpur
Sikanderpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tetaria Khurd | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Jalalpur | East | 1.32 km |
| Jamalpur | South | 1.48 km |
| Madara | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Dharwah | South-East | 1.58 km |
| Khemai Bari | North | 2.09 km |
| Kherairi Nisk | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Jorawa | East | 2.15 km |
| Hardi Sahajani | West | 2.36 km |
| Gogahara | South-East | 2.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikanderpur
Sikanderpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jeonathpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mirzapur to Sikanderpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Sikanderpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikanderpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikanderpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sikanderpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikanderpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikanderpur
Where is Sikanderpur located?
Sikanderpur village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikanderpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikanderpur is Sikandarpur.
What is the pincode of Sikanderpur?
The pincode of Sikanderpur is 231302.
What is the population of Sikanderpur?
Sikanderpur has a total population of 3,288, including 1,745 males and 1,543 females.
How many households are there in Sikanderpur?
There are 554 households in Sikanderpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sikanderpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikanderpur is 56.54%. Male literacy is 62.87% and female literacy is 49.38%.