Sibpur - Chakdah, Nadia
Sibpur is a village situated in the Chakdah subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakdah and around 48.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Ghetugachhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sibpur is 322248. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.98 hectares and falls under the 741222 pincode. Chakdaha is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Chakdaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sibpur
As per Census 2011, Sibpur village has a total population of 3,072 people, consisting of 1,633 males and 1,439 females. The village has 675 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,089 literate and 983 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,672 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sibpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,072 | 1,633 | 1,439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,672 | 908 | 764 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,089 | 1,200 | 889 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 433 | 550 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nizra | West | 1.25 km |
| Kasimpur | North | 1.37 km |
| Jaguli | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Goara | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Mandalhat | South | 1.76 km |
| Chaugachha | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Sahispur | North | 2.32 km |
| Belgaria | West | 2.33 km |
| Srinathpur | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Dumuria | East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sibpur
Public transport in the Sibpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakdaha, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chakdaha to Sibpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sibpur is about 48.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sibpur
Where is Sibpur located?
Sibpur village is located in Chakdah Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sibpur is Ghetugachhi.
What is the pincode of Sibpur?
The pincode of Sibpur is 741222.
What is the population of Sibpur?
Sibpur has a total population of 3,072, including 1,633 males and 1,439 females.
How many households are there in Sibpur?
There are 675 households in Sibpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sibpur is 68.00%. Male literacy is 73.48% and female literacy is 61.78%.