Sibnagar Abad - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Sibnagar Abad is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.8 km from Namkhana and around 98.4 km from Alipore. Namkhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sibnagar Abad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sibnagar Abad is 335297. The village covers a total geographical area of 725.4 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sibnagar Abad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sibnagar Abad
As per Census 2011, Sibnagar Abad village has a total population of 6,045 people, consisting of 3,059 males and 2,986 females. The village has 1,365 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 602 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,778 literate and 1,267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 928 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sibnagar Abad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,045 | 3,059 | 2,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 303 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 928 | 462 | 466 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,778 | 2,573 | 2,205 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,267 | 486 | 781 |
Nearby Villages of Sibnagar Abad
Sibnagar Abad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Debnagar | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Dwariknagar | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Namkhana | North | 3.36 km |
| Madanganj | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Iswaripur | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Radhanagar | South | 5.06 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 5.49 km |
| Uttar Chandanpiri | South-East | 6.20 km |
| Dakshin Durgapur | South-West | 6.54 km |
| Durganagar | North | 8.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sibnagar Abad
Sibnagar Abad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kakdwip to Sibnagar Abad is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sibnagar Abad is about 98.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sibnagar Abad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sibnagar Abad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sibnagar Abad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sibnagar Abad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sibnagar Abad
Where is Sibnagar Abad located?
Sibnagar Abad village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sibnagar Abad?
The Gram Panchayat of Sibnagar Abad is Namkhana.
What is the pincode of Sibnagar Abad?
The pincode of Sibnagar Abad is 743357.
What is the population of Sibnagar Abad?
Sibnagar Abad has a total population of 6,045, including 3,059 males and 2,986 females.
How many households are there in Sibnagar Abad?
There are 1,365 households in Sibnagar Abad.
What is the literacy rate in Sibnagar Abad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sibnagar Abad is 79.04%. Male literacy is 84.11% and female literacy is 73.84%.