Sehjowal - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Sehjowal is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Sehjowal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehjowal is 030895. The village covers a total geographical area of 182 hectares and falls under the 144207 pincode. Urmar Tanda is the nearest town.
Sehjowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehjowal
As per Census 2011, Sehjowal village has a total population of 597 people, consisting of 302 males and 295 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 233 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sehjowal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 597 | 302 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 252 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 50 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Sehjowal
Sehjowal 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 Sehjowal
Sehjowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Sehjowal is about 30 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 Sehjowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehjowal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sehjowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehjowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sehjowal
Where is Sehjowal located?
Sehjowal village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehjowal?
Sehjowal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sehjowal?
The pincode of Sehjowal is 144207.
What is the population of Sehjowal?
Sehjowal has a total population of 597, including 302 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Sehjowal?
There are 124 households in Sehjowal.
What is the literacy rate in Sehjowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehjowal is 79.06%. Male literacy is 83.44% and female literacy is 74.58%.