Sekhwan
Sekhwan is a village located in Zira tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Zira (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Sekhwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sekhwan unique in its vibrant Zira-Firozpur region. You’ll see Sekhwan’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 Sekhwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekhwan is 034438. The village spans a total geographical area of 768 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 142050. Zira is nearest town to Sekhwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sekhwan
Population of Sekhwan
According to the 2011 Census, Sekhwan has a total population of about 2,416, with approximately 1,280 males and 1,136 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 279 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,106 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 57.86%, with male literacy at about 61.25% and female literacy near 54.05%. There are around 443 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sekhwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,416 | 1,280 | 1,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,106 | 586 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 784 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 496 | 522 |
Connectivity of Sekhwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekhwan. As per the 2011 stats, Sekhwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sekhwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sekhwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sekhwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhwan
- Where is Sekhwan located?
- Sekhwan village is situated in Zira Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sekhwan?
- Sekhwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sekhwan?
- The pincode of Sekhwan is 142050, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sekhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekhwan is 2,416, with 1,280 males and 1,136 females.
- How many households are there in Sekhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sekhwan village has a total of 443 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sekhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhwan is 57.86%. The male literacy rate is 61.25%, while the female literacy rate is 54.05%.