Sekhpura - Karma Tanr Vidyasagar*, Jamtara
Sekhpura is a village situated in the Karma Tanr Vidyasagar* subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karma Tanr and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Mohanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekhpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekhpura is 372576. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 815351 pincode.
Sekhpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamtara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dumka Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekhpura
As per Census 2011, Sekhpura village has a total population of 316 people, consisting of 173 males and 143 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekhpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 173 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 128 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 45 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhpura
Sekhpura 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 Sekhpura
Sekhpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Sekhpura is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekhpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekhpura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sekhpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekhpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sekhpura
Where is Sekhpura located?
Sekhpura village is located in Karma Tanr Vidyasagar* Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhpura is Mohanpur.
What is the pincode of Sekhpura?
The pincode of Sekhpura is 815351.
What is the population of Sekhpura?
Sekhpura has a total population of 316, including 173 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Sekhpura?
There are 39 households in Sekhpura.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekhpura is 60.13%. Male literacy is 73.99% and female literacy is 43.36%.