Sekhowal
Sekhowal is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Sekhowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sekhowal’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 Sekhowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekhowal is 032019. The village spans a total geographical area of 916 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144523. Garhshankar is nearest town to Sekhowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sekhowal
Population of Sekhowal
According to the 2011 Census, Sekhowal has a total population of about 1,332, with approximately 650 males and 682 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 167 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 371 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 70.42%, with male literacy at about 77.23% and female literacy near 63.93%. There are around 258 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sekhowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 650 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 171 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 938 | 502 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 148 | 246 |
Connectivity of Sekhowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekhowal. As per the 2011 stats, Sekhowal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Sekhowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sekhowal.
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%.