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.

Kandhala Sheikhan has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 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.

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Population of Kandhala Sheikhan

Below is a concise population overview of Kandhala Sheikhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandhala Sheikhan village:

  • The total population of Kandhala Sheikhan village is around 1,393, including approximately 725 males and 668 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 157 children aged 0–6 years in Kandhala Sheikhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandhala Sheikhan village has 688 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kandhala Sheikhan village is about 74.66%, with male literacy at 78.90% and female literacy at 70.06%.
  • There are around 271 households in Kandhala Sheikhan village.

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.

Chahal Hambran Kaloya Bhagian Kandhali Naurangpur Jhawan Randian Jaja Rasulpur Urmar Kotli

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%.