Sehal
Sehal is a village located in Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Majalta (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, S K Bar is the gram panchayat of Sehal village.
Here you can discover what makes Sehal unique in its vibrant Majalta-Udhampur region. You’ll see Sehal’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 Sehal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sehal is 005149. The village spans a total geographical area of 1471.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184205. Udhampur is nearest town to Sehal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Sehal
Population of Sehal
According to the 2011 Census, Sehal has a total population of about 2,587, with approximately 1,337 males and 1,250 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 408 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 601 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 591. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.90%, with male literacy at about 64.62% and female literacy near 48.64%. There are around 470 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sehal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,587 | 1,337 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 215 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 318 | 283 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 317 | 274 |
| Literate Population | 1,472 | 864 | 608 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,115 | 473 | 642 |
Connectivity of Sehal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sehal. As per the 2011 stats, Sehal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sehal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sehal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sehal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sehal
- Where is Sehal located?
- Sehal village is situated in Majalta Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sehal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sehal is S K Bar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sehal?
- The pincode of Sehal is 184205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sehal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sehal is 2,587, with 1,337 males and 1,250 females.
- How many households are there in Sehal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sehal village has a total of 470 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sehal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sehal is 56.90%. The male literacy rate is 64.62%, while the female literacy rate is 48.64%.