Sheikhu Chak
Sheikhu Chak is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Sheikhu Chak village is also a gram panchayat.
Sheikhu Chak 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 Sheikhu Chak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheikhu Chak is 027752. The village spans a total geographical area of 66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143535. Dina Nagar is nearest town to Sheikhu Chak village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sheikhu Chak
Below is a concise population overview of Sheikhu Chak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 451 | 238 | 213 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 28 | 15 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 346 | 189 | 157 |
Illiterate Population | 105 | 49 | 56 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sheikhu Chak village:
- The total population of Sheikhu Chak village is around 451, including approximately 238 males and 213 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Sheikhu Chak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sheikhu Chak village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sheikhu Chak village is about 76.72%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 73.71%.
- There are around 97 households in Sheikhu Chak village.
Connectivity of Sheikhu Chak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheikhu Chak. As per the 2011 stats, Sheikhu Chak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sheikhu Chak
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheikhu Chak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheikhu Chak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikhu Chak
- Where is Sheikhu Chak located?
- Sheikhu Chak village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhu Chak?
- Sheikhu Chak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sheikhu Chak?
- The pincode of Sheikhu Chak is 143535, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sheikhu Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikhu Chak is 451, with 238 males and 213 females.
- How many households are there in Sheikhu Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhu Chak village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheikhu Chak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhu Chak is 76.72%. The male literacy rate is 79.41%, while the female literacy rate is 73.71%.