Sikanderpur - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Sikanderpur is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Dakhinahava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikanderpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikanderpur is 177618. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.68 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikanderpur
As per Census 2011, Sikanderpur village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 184 males and 192 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikanderpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 184 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 99 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 85 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sikanderpur
Sikanderpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sikanderpur
Sikanderpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Siddharthnagar to Sikanderpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikanderpur
Where is Sikanderpur located?
Sikanderpur village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikanderpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikanderpur is Dakhinahava.
What is the pincode of Sikanderpur?
The pincode of Sikanderpur is 272192.
What is the population of Sikanderpur?
Sikanderpur has a total population of 376, including 184 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Sikanderpur?
There are 53 households in Sikanderpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sikanderpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikanderpur is 44.95%. Male literacy is 53.80% and female literacy is 36.46%.