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.
Here you can discover what makes Sehswan unique in its vibrant Hiranagar-Kathua region. You’ll see Sehswan’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 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.
Google Map of Sehswan
Population of Sehswan
According to the 2011 Census, Sehswan has a total population of about 2,095, with approximately 1,101 males and 994 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 264 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 477 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 152. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.22%, with male literacy at about 78.11% and female literacy near 65.69%. There are around 399 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sehswan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.