Sehsutta - Balakote, Poonch
Sehsutta is a village situated in the Balakote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Mendhar and around 50 km from Punch. Bharuti serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sehsutta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehsutta is 001229. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sehsutta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sehsutta
According to the 2011 Census, Sehsutta village had a total population of 93 people, including 38 males and 55 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,447 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.16%, with male literacy at 65.52% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 93 | 38 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Sehsutta
Sehsutta 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 Sehsutta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sehsutta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Punch to Sehsutta is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehsutta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehsutta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sehsutta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehsutta 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sehsutta
Where is Sehsutta located?
Sehsutta village is located in Balakote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sehsutta?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sehsutta is Bharuti.
What is the pincode of Sehsutta?
The pincode of Sehsutta is 185211.
What is the population of Sehsutta?
Sehsutta had a total population of 93, including 38 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Sehsutta?
Sehsutta had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sehsutta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehsutta was 56.16%. Male literacy was 65.52% and female literacy was 50.00%.