Sheikhwan
About Sheikhwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sheikhwan village is 028656. Sheikhwan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 384 hectares. Sheikhwan has a total population of 1,592 peoples, out of which male population is 841 while female population is 751. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 892 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sheikhwan village is 65.01% out of which 70.51% males and 58.85% females are literate. There are about 303 houses in sheikhwan village. Pincode of sheikhwan village locality is 143515.
Batala is nearest town to sheikhwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sheikhwan
The population details of Sheikhwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,592 | 841 | 751 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 707 | 375 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 593 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 248 | 309 |
Connectivity of Sheikhwan
| 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 |
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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%.