Sikharpur
Sikharpur is a village located in Ramnagar Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Baisai are the district & sub-district headquarters of Sikharpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Maithana is the gram panchayat of Sikharpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikharpur unique in its vibrant Ramnagar Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Sikharpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sikharpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikharpur is 347051. The village spans a total geographical area of 40.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721423. Contai is nearest town to Sikharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sikharpur
Population of Sikharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sikharpur has a total population of about 58, with approximately 30 males and 28 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 7 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.79%, with male literacy at about 63.33% and female literacy near 64.29%. There are around 10 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikharpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 58 | 30 | 28 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Illiterate Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
Connectivity of Sikharpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sikharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikharpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikharpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikharpur
- Where is Sikharpur located?
- Sikharpur village is situated in Ramnagar Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikharpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikharpur is Maithana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikharpur?
- The pincode of Sikharpur is 721423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikharpur is 58, with 30 males and 28 females.
- How many households are there in Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikharpur village has a total of 10 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikharpur is 63.79%. The male literacy rate is 63.33%, while the female literacy rate is 64.29%.