Sehna - Tapa, Barnala
Sehna is a village situated in the Tapa tehsil of Barnala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tapa and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Barnala. Gill Kothe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sehna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehna is 040070. The village covers a total geographical area of 4487.71 hectares and falls under the 148103 pincode. Barnala is the nearest town.
Sehna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhadaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sangrur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehna
As per Census 2011, Sehna village has a total population of 14,762 people, consisting of 7,905 males and 6,857 females. The village has 2,765 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,653 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,056 literate and 6,706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,920 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sehna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,762 | 7,905 | 6,857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,653 | 926 | 727 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,920 | 2,106 | 1,814 |
| Literate Population | 8,056 | 4,435 | 3,621 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,706 | 3,470 | 3,236 |
Nearby Villages of Sehna
Sehna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Burj Fatehgarh | South | 3.18 km |
| Chungh | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Patti Daraka | South | 4.51 km |
| Pakhoke | East | 5.18 km |
| Naine Wal | West | 5.22 km |
| Badhate | North | 5.23 km |
| Patti Bir Singh Bhadaur | North-West | 5.85 km |
| Balo Ke | South-West | 6.51 km |
| Patti Deep Singh Bhadaur | North-West | 6.65 km |
| Sandhu Kalan | West | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sehna
Sehna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghunas, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Barnala to Sehna is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sehna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sehna
Where is Sehna located?
Sehna village is located in Tapa Tehsil, Barnala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehna?
The Gram Panchayat of Sehna is Gill Kothe.
What is the pincode of Sehna?
The pincode of Sehna is 148103.
What is the population of Sehna?
Sehna has a total population of 14,762, including 7,905 males and 6,857 females.
How many households are there in Sehna?
There are 2,765 households in Sehna.
What is the literacy rate in Sehna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehna is 54.57%. Male literacy is 56.10% and female literacy is 52.81%.