Sekandarpur - Haringhata, Nadia
Sekandarpur is a village situated in the Haringhata subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 0.76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Subarnapur and around 60.5 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Kastodanga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekandarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekandarpur is 322361. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.36 hectares and falls under the 741257 pincode. Habra is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sekandarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sekandarpur
As per Census 2011, Sekandarpur village has a total population of 7,917 people, consisting of 4,132 males and 3,785 females. The village has 1,951 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 741 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,876 literate and 2,041 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekandarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,917 | 4,132 | 3,785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 741 | 386 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,180 | 608 | 572 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 5,876 | 3,267 | 2,609 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,041 | 865 | 1,176 |
Nearby Villages of Sekandarpur
Sekandarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ukrah | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Barasat | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Subuddipur | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Jalkarampur | West | 2.07 km |
| Kathdanga | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Simul Pukharia | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Hari Puknaria | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Hapania | South | 2.87 km |
| Jalkar Bhomra | North | 2.98 km |
| Goaldob | South | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sekandarpur
Sekandarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madanpur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Habra to Sekandarpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Krishnanagar to Sekandarpur is about 60.5 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 Sekandarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekandarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sekandarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekandarpur 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 Sekandarpur
Where is Sekandarpur located?
Sekandarpur village is located in Haringhata Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekandarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekandarpur is Kastodanga-i.
What is the pincode of Sekandarpur?
The pincode of Sekandarpur is 741257.
What is the population of Sekandarpur?
Sekandarpur has a total population of 7,917, including 4,132 males and 3,785 females.
How many households are there in Sekandarpur?
There are 1,951 households in Sekandarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sekandarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekandarpur is 74.22%. Male literacy is 79.07% and female literacy is 68.93%.