Sibpur - Ranaghat - I, Nadia
Sibpur is a village situated in the Ranaghat - I subdivision of Nadia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Habibpur and around 48.7 km from the district headquarters in Krishnanagar. Anulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sibpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sibpur is 322022. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.16 hectares and falls under the 741255 pincode. Ranaghat is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sibpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranaghat Dakshin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sibpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sibpur village had a total population of 256 people, including 132 males and 124 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.47%, with male literacy at 54.31% and female literacy at 42.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 256 | 132 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 50 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 69 | 76 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghol Nadia | South | 0.90 km |
| Gosair Char | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Par Niamatpur | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Sarkarpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Gurpara | East | 2.19 km |
| Uttar Haradhan | North | 2.23 km |
| Nakadi | East | 2.31 km |
| Gournagar | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Ananda Dham | North | 2.42 km |
| Nandighat | North-East | 2.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sibpur
Sibpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Payradanga, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sibpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sibpur
Where is Sibpur located?
Sibpur village is located in Ranaghat - I Subdivision, Nadia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sibpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sibpur is Anulia.
What is the pincode of Sibpur?
The pincode of Sibpur is 741255.
What is the population of Sibpur?
Sibpur had a total population of 256, including 132 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Sibpur?
Sibpur had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sibpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sibpur was 48.47%. Male literacy was 54.31% and female literacy was 42.48%.