Sibchandrpur - Hanskhali, Nadia
Sibchandrpur is a village situated in the Hanskhali subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hanskhali and around 20.3 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Mayurhat-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sibchandrpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sibchandrpur is 321856. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.08 hectares and falls under the 741151 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sibchandrpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sibchandrpur
As per Census 2011, Sibchandrpur village has a total population of 1,883 people, consisting of 1,008 males and 875 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,416 literate and 467 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,784 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sibchandrpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,883 | 1,008 | 875 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,784 | 954 | 830 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 819 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 189 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Sibchandrpur
Sibchandrpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mayurhat | West | 1.08 km |
| Garapota | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Naoda Kamalpur | East | 1.65 km |
| Kautaknagar | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Payradanda | West | 2.01 km |
| Dwip Chandrapur | North | 2.18 km |
| Shyamnagar | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Bil Bayesa | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Bhabanipur | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Purba Harindanga | South | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sibchandrpur
Sibchandrpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mayurhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 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 Ranaghat to Sibchandrpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sibchandrpur is about 20.3 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sibchandrpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sibchandrpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sibchandrpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sibchandrpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sibchandrpur
Where is Sibchandrpur located?
Sibchandrpur village is located in Hanskhali Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sibchandrpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sibchandrpur is Mayurhat-i.
What is the pincode of Sibchandrpur?
The pincode of Sibchandrpur is 741151.
What is the population of Sibchandrpur?
Sibchandrpur has a total population of 1,883, including 1,008 males and 875 females.
How many households are there in Sibchandrpur?
There are 450 households in Sibchandrpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sibchandrpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sibchandrpur is 75.20%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 68.23%.