Sekandara
Sekandara is a village located in Raghunathganj Ii subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Jangipur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sekandara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sekendra is the gram panchayat of Sekandara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sekandara unique in its vibrant Raghunathganj Ii-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Sekandara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sekandara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekandara is 314064. The village spans a total geographical area of 439.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742230. Jangipur is nearest town to Sekandara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sekandara
Population of Sekandara
According to the 2011 Census, Sekandara has a total population of about 21,668, with approximately 10,874 males and 10,794 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,584 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,478 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.68%, with male literacy at about 54.81% and female literacy near 46.52%. There are around 4,099 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sekandara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,668 | 10,874 | 10,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,584 | 1,783 | 1,801 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,478 | 1,275 | 1,203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 10,981 | 5,960 | 5,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,687 | 4,914 | 5,773 |
Connectivity of Sekandara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekandara. As per the 2011 stats, Sekandara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sekandara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sekandara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sekandara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sekandara
- Where is Sekandara located?
- Sekandara village is situated in Raghunathganj Ii Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sekandara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sekandara is Sekendra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sekandara?
- The pincode of Sekandara is 742230, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sekandara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekandara is 21,668, with 10,874 males and 10,794 females.
- How many households are there in Sekandara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sekandara village has a total of 4,099 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sekandara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekandara is 50.68%. The male literacy rate is 54.81%, while the female literacy rate is 46.52%.