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.

Sekhwan has its own place in the vibrant Firozpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sekhwan

Below is a concise population overview of Sekhwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sekhwan village:

  • The total population of Sekhwan village is around 2,416, including approximately 1,280 males and 1,136 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 279 children aged 0–6 years in Sekhwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sekhwan village has 1,106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sekhwan village is about 57.86%, with male literacy at 61.25% and female literacy at 54.05%.
  • There are around 443 households in Sekhwan village.

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.

Jhatra Wara Chain Singhwala Alias Ramgarh Longe Deva Pandori Khatrian Warramansurwal Sadhuwala Gadriwala On Zira Firozpur Road Haraj Karmiti Kotla Kot Karor Khurd

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%.