Sheikhwan
Sheikhwan is a village located in Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Batala (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sekhwan is the gram panchayat of Sheikhwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sheikhwan unique in its vibrant Batala-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Sheikhwan’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 Sheikhwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheikhwan is 028656. The village spans a total geographical area of 384 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143515. Batala is nearest town to Sheikhwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sheikhwan
Population of Sheikhwan
According to the 2011 Census, Sheikhwan has a total population of about 1,592, with approximately 841 males and 751 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 707 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 65.01%, with male literacy at about 70.51% and female literacy near 58.85%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sheikhwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,592 | 841 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 707 | 375 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 593 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 248 | 309 |
Connectivity of Sheikhwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheikhwan. As per the 2011 stats, Sheikhwan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sheikhwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheikhwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheikhwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikhwan
- Where is Sheikhwan located?
- Sheikhwan village is situated in Batala Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sheikhwan is Sekhwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sheikhwan?
- The pincode of Sheikhwan is 143515, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sheikhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikhwan is 1,592, with 841 males and 751 females.
- How many households are there in Sheikhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhwan village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheikhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhwan is 65.01%. The male literacy rate is 70.51%, while the female literacy rate is 58.85%.