Siddheshwar - Mathurapur - I, South 24 Parganas
Siddheshwar is a village situated in the Mathurapur - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.1 km from Mathurapur and around 41.8 km from Alipore. Debipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siddheshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siddheshwar is 334811. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.01 hectares and falls under the 743354 pincode. Joynagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Siddheshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raidighi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siddheshwar
As per Census 2011, Siddheshwar village has a total population of 1,217 people, consisting of 617 males and 600 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siddheshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,217 | 617 | 600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 216 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 503 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 114 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Siddheshwar
Siddheshwar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Siddheshwar
Siddheshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Siddheshwar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joynagar to Siddheshwar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Siddheshwar is about 41.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siddheshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siddheshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Siddheshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siddheshwar 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 Siddheshwar
Where is Siddheshwar located?
Siddheshwar village is located in Mathurapur - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siddheshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Siddheshwar is Debipur.
What is the pincode of Siddheshwar?
The pincode of Siddheshwar is 743354.
What is the population of Siddheshwar?
Siddheshwar has a total population of 1,217, including 617 males and 600 females.
How many households are there in Siddheshwar?
There are 281 households in Siddheshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Siddheshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siddheshwar is 74.36%. Male literacy is 81.52% and female literacy is 67.00%.