Sikarpur - Sagar, South 24 Parganas
Sikarpur is a village situated in the Sagar subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.7 km from Rudranagar and around 97.9 km from Alipore. Muriganga-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikarpur is 335244. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.5 hectares and falls under the 743373 pincode. D/harbour is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Sikarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikarpur
As per Census 2011, Sikarpur village has a total population of 1,361 people, consisting of 686 males and 675 females. The village has 305 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 841 literate and 520 illiterate residents. Additionally, 790 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | 686 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 790 | 387 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 841 | 469 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 217 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Sikarpur
Sikarpur 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 Sikarpur
Sikarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from D/harbour to Sikarpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Sikarpur is about 97.9 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 Sikarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikarpur
Where is Sikarpur located?
Sikarpur village is located in Sagar Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikarpur is Muriganga-i.
What is the pincode of Sikarpur?
The pincode of Sikarpur is 743373.
What is the population of Sikarpur?
Sikarpur has a total population of 1,361, including 686 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Sikarpur?
There are 305 households in Sikarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sikarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikarpur is 61.79%. Male literacy is 68.37% and female literacy is 55.11%.