Seikhwan

Seikhwan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sekhwan is the gram panchayat of Seikhwan village.

Seikhwan has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 Seikhwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Seikhwan is 028814. The village spans a total geographical area of 127 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143518. Fathegarh Churian is nearest town to Seikhwan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Seikhwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 924 486 438
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 127 71 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 300 160 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 598 326 272
Illiterate Population 326 160 166

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

  • The total population of Seikhwan village is around 924, including approximately 486 males and 438 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 127 children aged 0–6 years in Seikhwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Seikhwan village has 300 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Seikhwan village is about 64.72%, with male literacy at 67.08% and female literacy at 62.10%.
  • There are around 174 households in Seikhwan village.

Connectivity of Seikhwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Seikhwan. As per the 2011 stats, Seikhwan 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 Seikhwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Seikhwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Seikhwan.

Parowal Aliwal Jattan Mansandwal Khaira Bhalowali Qila Desa Singh Khokhar Lodhi Nangal Thatha Chataurgarh Sham Sherpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Seikhwan

Where is Seikhwan located?
Seikhwan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seikhwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Seikhwan is Sekhwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Seikhwan?
The pincode of Seikhwan is 143518, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Seikhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Seikhwan is 924, with 486 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Seikhwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Seikhwan village has a total of 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seikhwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Seikhwan is 64.72%. The male literacy rate is 67.08%, while the female literacy rate is 62.10%.