Sheikhukhera - Ellenabad, Sirsa
Sheikhukhera is a village situated in the Ellenabad tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ellenabad and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Sirsa. Shekhukhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheikhukhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheikhukhera is 060825. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 125102 pincode. Ellenabad is the nearest town.
Sheikhukhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ellenabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sheikhukhera
According to the 2011 Census, Sheikhukhera village had a total population of 716 people, including 367 males and 349 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.78%, with male literacy at 67.70% and female literacy at 57.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 716 | 367 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 125 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 218 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 149 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Sheikhukhera
Sheikhukhera 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 Sheikhukhera
Sheikhukhera 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sirsa to Sheikhukhera is about 37 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 Sheikhukhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheikhukhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sheikhukhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheikhukhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sheikhukhera
Where is Sheikhukhera located?
Sheikhukhera village is located in Ellenabad Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhukhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheikhukhera is Shekhukhera.
What is the pincode of Sheikhukhera?
The pincode of Sheikhukhera is 125102.
What is the population of Sheikhukhera?
Sheikhukhera had a total population of 716, including 367 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Sheikhukhera?
Sheikhukhera had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheikhukhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheikhukhera was 62.78%. Male literacy was 67.70% and female literacy was 57.57%.