Sekhwa
Sekhwa is a village located in Marwahi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Marwahi (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sekhwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sekhwa unique in its vibrant Marwahi-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Sekhwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sekhwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekhwa is 437585. The village spans a total geographical area of 595.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495119. Pendra is nearest town to Sekhwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sekhwa
Population of Sekhwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sekhwa has a total population of about 2,017, with approximately 975 males and 1,042 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 68 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 594. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.61%, with male literacy at about 67.38% and female literacy near 48.46%. There are around 552 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sekhwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,017 | 975 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 129 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 594 | 283 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 657 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 318 | 537 |
Connectivity of Sekhwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekhwa. As per the 2011 stats, Sekhwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sekhwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sekhwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sekhwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhwa
- Where is Sekhwa located?
- Sekhwa village is situated in Marwahi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sekhwa?
- Sekhwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sekhwa?
- The pincode of Sekhwa is 495119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sekhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekhwa is 2,017, with 975 males and 1,042 females.
- How many households are there in Sekhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sekhwa village has a total of 552 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sekhwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhwa is 57.61%. The male literacy rate is 67.38%, while the female literacy rate is 48.46%.