Sehswan

Sehswan is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Sehswan has its own place in the vibrant Kathua 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 Sehswan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sehswan is 002015. The village spans a total geographical area of 343 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184144. Hiranagar is nearest town to Sehswan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Sehswan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,095 1,101 994
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 264 139 125
Scheduled Castes (SC) 477 252 225
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 152 77 75
Literate Population 1,513 860 653
Illiterate Population 582 241 341

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

  • The total population of Sehswan village is around 2,095, including approximately 1,101 males and 994 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 264 children aged 0–6 years in Sehswan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sehswan village has 477 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 152 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sehswan village is about 72.22%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 65.69%.
  • There are around 399 households in Sehswan village.

Connectivity of Sehswan

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sehswan

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

Dhamaal Sande Chak Hamir Pur Chhan Rorian Kishan Pur Kandi Chak Khiloo Candwan Chhan Datial Chhan Ranga Chak Diyalla Chak Bannun

Frequently Asked Questions about Sehswan

Where is Sehswan located?
Sehswan village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Sehswan?
The pincode of Sehswan is 184144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sehswan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sehswan is 2,095, with 1,101 males and 994 females.
How many households are there in Sehswan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sehswan village has a total of 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sehswan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sehswan is 72.22%. The male literacy rate is 78.11%, while the female literacy rate is 65.69%.