Sibpur - Shyampur - I, Howrah
Sibpur is a village situated in the Shyampur - I subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.8 km from Shyampur and around 59.2 km from Howrah. Baneswarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sibpur is 333142. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.76 hectares and falls under the 711314 pincode. Uluberia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shyampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uluberia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sibpur
As per Census 2011, Sibpur village has a total population of 4,499 people, consisting of 2,333 males and 2,166 females. The village has 1,083 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 383 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,482 literate and 1,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 640 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sibpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,499 | 2,333 | 2,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 210 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 640 | 320 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,482 | 1,896 | 1,586 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,017 | 437 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Sibpur
Sibpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambere | East | 1.13 km |
| Gadiara | East | 1.67 km |
| Pichhaldaha | North | 1.93 km |
| Gurepol | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Baneshwarpur | North | 3.03 km |
| Purulpara | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Goaldaha | North | 3.81 km |
| Kathanali | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Kamdebpur | North | 4.38 km |
| Natshal | South | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sibpur
Sibpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Satish Samanta P.h., while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 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 Uluberia to Sibpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Sibpur is about 59.2 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 Sibpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sibpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sibpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sibpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sibpur
Where is Sibpur located?
Sibpur village is located in Shyampur - I Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sibpur is Baneswarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Sibpur?
The pincode of Sibpur is 711314.
What is the population of Sibpur?
Sibpur has a total population of 4,499, including 2,333 males and 2,166 females.
How many households are there in Sibpur?
There are 1,083 households in Sibpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sibpur is 77.39%. Male literacy is 81.27% and female literacy is 73.22%.