Sekhu - Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda
Sekhu is a village situated in the Talwandi Sabo tehsil of Bathinda district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talwandi Sabo and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bathinda. Sekhu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekhu is 035834. The village covers a total geographical area of 1919 hectares and falls under the 151301 pincode. Raman is the nearest town.
Sekhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talwandi sabo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekhu
As per Census 2011, Sekhu village has a total population of 4,969 people, consisting of 2,606 males and 2,363 females. The village has 938 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,767 literate and 2,202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekhu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,969 | 2,606 | 2,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 261 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,549 | 806 | 743 |
| Literate Population | 2,767 | 1,590 | 1,177 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,202 | 1,016 | 1,186 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhu
Sekhu 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 Sekhu
Sekhu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sekhu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bathinda to Sekhu is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sekhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekhu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sekhu
Where is Sekhu located?
Sekhu village is located in Talwandi Sabo Tehsil, Bathinda district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhu?
Sekhu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sekhu?
The pincode of Sekhu is 151301.
What is the population of Sekhu?
Sekhu has a total population of 4,969, including 2,606 males and 2,363 females.
How many households are there in Sekhu?
There are 938 households in Sekhu.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekhu is 55.69%. Male literacy is 61.01% and female literacy is 49.81%.