Milk Shekhan - Barara, Ambala
Milk Shekhan is a village situated in the Barara tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barara and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Milk Shekhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Milk Shekhan is 057627. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 133205 pincode. Ambala Cantt. is the nearest town.
Milk Shekhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Milk Shekhan
According to the 2011 Census, Milk Shekhan village had a total population of 469 people, including 250 males and 219 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.46%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 74.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 250 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 201 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 49 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Milk Shekhan
Milk Shekhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siwan Majra | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Nahra | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Thambar | South | 2.06 km |
| Adhoya Musalman | West | 2.79 km |
| Mehmadpur | East | 3.10 km |
| Dera Salempur | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Faridpur | East | 3.75 km |
| Adhoya Hindwan | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Saran | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Ganganpur | North-East | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Milk Shekhan
Milk Shekhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barara, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Milk Shekhan is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Milk Shekhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Milk Shekhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Milk Shekhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Milk Shekhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Milk Shekhan
Where is Milk Shekhan located?
Milk Shekhan village is located in Barara Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Milk Shekhan?
Milk Shekhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Milk Shekhan?
The pincode of Milk Shekhan is 133205.
What is the population of Milk Shekhan?
Milk Shekhan had a total population of 469, including 250 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Milk Shekhan?
Milk Shekhan had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Milk Shekhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Milk Shekhan was 82.46%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 74.62%.