Sikanderpur - Maharajganj, Rae Bareli
Sikanderpur is a village situated in the Maharajganj tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maharajganj and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Sikanderpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikanderpur is 143981. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.21 hectares and falls under the 229126 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sikanderpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikanderpur
As per Census 2011, Sikanderpur village has a total population of 3,029 people, consisting of 1,572 males and 1,457 females. The village has 554 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 434 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,696 literate and 1,333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikanderpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,029 | 1,572 | 1,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 434 | 214 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,249 | 657 | 592 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 1,016 | 680 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,333 | 556 | 777 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambarpur Farsi | East | 1.42 km |
| Mungtal | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Satgawan | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Ramnagar | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Thokarpur | North | 2.55 km |
| Pure Baheliya | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Rajapur Halim | East | 3.08 km |
| Maheshpur | North | 3.57 km |
| Biraj | South | 3.63 km |
| Mau | West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikanderpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sikanderpur. The nearest railway station is Akbarganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rae Bareli to Sikanderpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 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 Maharajganj Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikanderpur?
Sikanderpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikanderpur?
The pincode of Sikanderpur is 229126.
What is the population of Sikanderpur?
Sikanderpur has a total population of 3,029, including 1,572 males and 1,457 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 55.99%. Male literacy is 64.63% and female literacy is 46.67%.