Sibnagar - Nawda, Murshidabad
Sibnagar is a village situated in the Nawda subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Naoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sibnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sibnagar is 315548. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.61 hectares and falls under the 742121 pincode. Bewanga is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sibnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sibnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Sibnagar village had a total population of 1,869 people, including 950 males and 919 females, living in 440 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.08%, with male literacy at 60.31% and female literacy at 63.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,869 | 950 | 919 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 106 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 37 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 509 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 441 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Sibnagar
Sibnagar 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 Sibnagar
Sibnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bewanga to Sibnagar is about 26 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 Sibnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sibnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sibnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sibnagar 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 Sibnagar
Where is Sibnagar located?
Sibnagar village is located in Nawda Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sibnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sibnagar is Naoda.
What is the pincode of Sibnagar?
The pincode of Sibnagar is 742121.
What is the population of Sibnagar?
Sibnagar had a total population of 1,869, including 950 males and 919 females.
How many households are there in Sibnagar?
Sibnagar had 440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sibnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sibnagar was 62.08%. Male literacy was 60.31% and female literacy was 63.90%.