Kandhala Sheikhan
Kandhala Sheikhan is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kandhala Sheikhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhala Sheikhan unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kandhala Sheikhan’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 Kandhala Sheikhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhala Sheikhan is 030709. The village spans a total geographical area of 191 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144212. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Kandhala Sheikhan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kandhala Sheikhan
Population of Kandhala Sheikhan
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhala Sheikhan has a total population of about 1,393, with approximately 725 males and 668 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 157 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 688 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 74.66%, with male literacy at about 78.90% and female literacy near 70.06%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhala Sheikhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,393 | 725 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 86 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 356 | 332 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,040 | 572 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 153 | 200 |
Connectivity of Kandhala Sheikhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhala Sheikhan. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhala Sheikhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhala Sheikhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhala Sheikhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhala Sheikhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhala Sheikhan
- Where is Kandhala Sheikhan located?
- Kandhala Sheikhan village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhala Sheikhan?
- Kandhala Sheikhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandhala Sheikhan?
- The pincode of Kandhala Sheikhan is 144212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandhala Sheikhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhala Sheikhan is 1,393, with 725 males and 668 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhala Sheikhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhala Sheikhan village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhala Sheikhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhala Sheikhan is 74.66%. The male literacy rate is 78.90%, while the female literacy rate is 70.06%.