Sikdespukhuria - Barasat - I, North 24 Parganas

Sikdespukhuria is a village situated in the Barasat - I subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.8 km from Chhota Jagulia and around 5.3 km from Barasat. Chhoto Jagulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikdespukhuria village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikdespukhuria is 323178. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.63 hectares and falls under the 743294 pincode. Barasat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.

Sikdespukhuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barasat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Sikdespukhuria

According to the 2011 Census, Sikdespukhuria village had a total population of 4,355 people, including 2,218 males and 2,137 females, living in 1,002 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.17%, with male literacy at 83.81% and female literacy at 78.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Sikdespukhuria

Sikdespukhuria 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Sikdespukhuria

Sikdespukhuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Karea Kadambagachhi, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barasat to Sikdespukhuria is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Sikdespukhuria

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikdespukhuria village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Sikdespukhuria

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikdespukhuria village are given below:

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