Sekhwan - Gurdaspur
Sekhwan is a village situated in the Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurdaspur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Patti Nagra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekhwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekhwan is 028331. The village covers a total geographical area of 840 hectares and falls under the 143518 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Sekhwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Batala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekhwan
As per Census 2011, Sekhwan village has a total population of 3,931 people, consisting of 2,076 males and 1,855 females. The village has 707 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 455 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,617 literate and 1,314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,219 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekhwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,931 | 2,076 | 1,855 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 455 | 253 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,219 | 623 | 596 |
| Literate Population | 2,617 | 1,460 | 1,157 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,314 | 616 | 698 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhwan
Sekhwan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sekhwan
Sekhwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sekhwan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Sekhwan is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekhwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekhwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sekhwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekhwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sekhwan
Where is Sekhwan located?
Sekhwan village is located in Gurdaspur Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhwan is Patti Nagra.
What is the pincode of Sekhwan?
The pincode of Sekhwan is 143518.
What is the population of Sekhwan?
Sekhwan has a total population of 3,931, including 2,076 males and 1,855 females.
How many households are there in Sekhwan?
There are 707 households in Sekhwan.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekhwan is 66.57%. Male literacy is 70.33% and female literacy is 62.37%.