Sekhwara

Sekhwara is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Shekhwara is the gram panchayat of Sekhwara village.

Sekhwara has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Sekhwara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekhwara is 256567. The village spans a total geographical area of 268 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Sekhwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Sekhwara

Below is a concise population overview of Sekhwara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,116 1,586 1,530
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 629 317 312
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,775 908 867
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,396 812 584
Illiterate Population 1,720 774 946

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sekhwara village:

  • The total population of Sekhwara village is around 3,116, including approximately 1,586 males and 1,530 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 629 children aged 0–6 years in Sekhwara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sekhwara village has 1,775 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sekhwara village is about 44.80%, with male literacy at 51.20% and female literacy at 38.17%.
  • There are around 477 households in Sekhwara village.

Connectivity of Sekhwara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekhwara. As per the 2011 stats, Sekhwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sekhwara

Knowing the nearby villages of Sekhwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sekhwara.

Majhauli Bhanwarbar Bara Matihani Pathra Sakhwara Jindapur Pathalgarh Turi Khurd Mocharim Sobha Khap

Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhwara

Where is Sekhwara located?
Sekhwara village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhwara is Shekhwara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sekhwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekhwara is 3,116, with 1,586 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Sekhwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sekhwara village has a total of 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhwara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhwara is 44.80%. The male literacy rate is 51.20%, while the female literacy rate is 38.17%.