Shekhupur Sottar - Ratia, Fatehabad
Shekhupur Sottar is a village situated in the Ratia tehsil of Fatehabad district, Haryana. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ratia and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Fatehabad. Shekhupur Sotter serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhupur Sottar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhupur Sottar is 060318. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 125051 pincode. Fatehabad is the nearest town.
Shekhupur Sottar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ratia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhupur Sottar
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhupur Sottar village had a total population of 1,082 people, including 554 males and 528 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.36%, with male literacy at 75.65% and female literacy at 52.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 606.
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 | 1,082 | 554 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 94 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 304 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 348 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 206 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhupur Sottar
Shekhupur Sottar 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 Shekhupur Sottar
Shekhupur Sottar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Fatehabad to Shekhupur Sottar is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhupur Sottar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhupur Sottar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shekhupur Sottar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhupur Sottar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Shekhupur Sottar
Where is Shekhupur Sottar located?
Shekhupur Sottar village is located in Ratia Tehsil, Fatehabad district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shekhupur Sottar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhupur Sottar is Shekhupur Sotter.
What is the pincode of Shekhupur Sottar?
The pincode of Shekhupur Sottar is 125051.
What is the population of Shekhupur Sottar?
Shekhupur Sottar had a total population of 1,082, including 554 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Shekhupur Sottar?
Shekhupur Sottar had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhupur Sottar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhupur Sottar was 64.36%. Male literacy was 75.65% and female literacy was 52.78%.