Sekendarpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Sekendarpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.2 km from Polba and around 26.3 km from Chinsura. Dadpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekendarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekendarpur is 325240. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.55 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chinsurah 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. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekendarpur
As per Census 2011, Sekendarpur village has a total population of 1,142 people, consisting of 585 males and 557 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 787 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekendarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,142 | 585 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 196 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 787 | 437 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 148 | 207 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharsat | South | 0.73 km |
| Kantul | North | 0.88 km |
| Mogalpur | East | 0.94 km |
| Kantagare | West | 1.16 km |
| Anantapur | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Rasulpur | South | 1.43 km |
| Nabagram | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Hodla | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Durgadaspur | North | 1.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sekendarpur
Sekendarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belmuri, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Sekendarpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Sekendarpur is about 26.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sekendarpur
Where is Sekendarpur located?
Sekendarpur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekendarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekendarpur is Dadpur.
What is the pincode of Sekendarpur?
The pincode of Sekendarpur is 712305.
What is the population of Sekendarpur?
Sekendarpur has a total population of 1,142, including 585 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Sekendarpur?
There are 253 households in Sekendarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sekendarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekendarpur is 68.91%. Male literacy is 74.70% and female literacy is 62.84%.