Sekendarpur - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sekendarpur is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 87.6 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Maligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekendarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekendarpur is 310548. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.3 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliyaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sekendarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sekendarpur
As per Census 2011, Sekendarpur village has a total population of 1,223 people, consisting of 648 males and 575 females. The village has 304 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 785 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,081 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekendarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,223 | 648 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 67 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,081 | 572 | 509 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 445 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 203 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Sekendarpur
Sekendarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kantaban | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Gangajit | West | 0.99 km |
| Jafarpur | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Nalafarka | East | 1.70 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Singfarka | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Katalhat | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Madhabpur Baragachhi | North | 1.92 km |
| Khanpur | North | 1.99 km |
| Anantapur | North-East | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sekendarpur
Sekendarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliyaganj to Sekendarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Sekendarpur is about 87.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekendarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekendarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sekendarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekendarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sekendarpur
Where is Sekendarpur located?
Sekendarpur village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekendarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekendarpur is Maligaon.
What is the pincode of Sekendarpur?
The pincode of Sekendarpur is 733132.
What is the population of Sekendarpur?
Sekendarpur has a total population of 1,223, including 648 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Sekendarpur?
There are 304 households in Sekendarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sekendarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekendarpur is 64.19%. Male literacy is 68.67% and female literacy is 59.13%.