Sikarpur
Sikarpur is a village located in Sagar subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.7km away from sub-district headquarter Rudranagar (tehsildar office) and 97.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Muriganga I is the gram panchayat of Sikarpur village.
Sikarpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sikarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikarpur is 335244. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743373. D/harbour is nearest town to Sikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Sikarpur
Population of Sikarpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sikarpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 841 | 469 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 217 | 303 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikarpur village:
- The total population of Sikarpur village is around 1,361, including approximately 686 males and 675 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 199 children aged 0–6 years in Sikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikarpur village has 790 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikarpur village is about 61.79%, with male literacy at 68.37% and female literacy at 55.11%.
- There are around 305 households in Sikarpur village.
Connectivity of Sikarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sikarpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikarpur
- Where is Sikarpur located?
- Sikarpur village is situated in Sagar Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikarpur is Muriganga I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikarpur?
- The pincode of Sikarpur is 743373, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikarpur is 1,361, with 686 males and 675 females.
- How many households are there in Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikarpur village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikarpur is 61.79%. The male literacy rate is 68.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.11%.