Sekhowal
About Sekhowal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sekhowal village is 032019. Sekhowal village is located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sekhowal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 916 hectares. Sekhowal has a total population of 1,332 peoples, out of which male population is 650 while female population is 682. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1049 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sekhowal village is 70.42% out of which 77.23% males and 63.93% females are literate. There are about 258 houses in sekhowal village. Pincode of sekhowal village locality is 144523.
Garhshankar is nearest town to sekhowal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sekhowal
The population details of Sekhowal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 650 | 682 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 371 | 171 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 938 | 502 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 148 | 246 |
Connectivity of Sekhowal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhowal
Where is Sekhowal located?
Sekhowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhowal?
Sekhowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sekhowal?
The pincode of Sekhowal is 144523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sekhowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekhowal is 1,332, with 650 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Sekhowal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sekhowal village has a total of 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhowal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhowal is 70.42%. The male literacy rate is 77.23%, while the female literacy rate is 63.93%.