Sehchandar
Sehchandar is a village located in Amritsar Ii tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Amritsar- Ii (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Sachander is the gram panchayat of Sehchandar village.
Here you can discover what makes Sehchandar unique in its vibrant Amritsar Ii-Amritsar region. You’ll see Sehchandar’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 Sehchandar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sehchandar is 037622. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143105. Amritsar is nearest town to Sehchandar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sehchandar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Attari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sehchandar
Population of Sehchandar
According to the 2011 Census, Sehchandar has a total population of about 1,558, with approximately 801 males and 757 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 739 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.10%, with male literacy at about 65.54% and female literacy near 56.41%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sehchandar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,558 | 801 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 739 | 360 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 952 | 525 | 427 |
| Illiterate Population | 606 | 276 | 330 |
Connectivity of Sehchandar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sehchandar. As per the 2011 stats, Sehchandar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sehchandar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sehchandar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sehchandar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sehchandar
- Where is Sehchandar located?
- Sehchandar village is situated in Amritsar Ii Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sehchandar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sehchandar is Sachander (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sehchandar?
- The pincode of Sehchandar is 143105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sehchandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sehchandar is 1,558, with 801 males and 757 females.
- How many households are there in Sehchandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sehchandar village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sehchandar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sehchandar is 61.10%. The male literacy rate is 65.54%, while the female literacy rate is 56.41%.