Shekha Matta

Shekha Matta is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sheikha Matta is the gram panchayat of Shekha Matta village.

Here you can discover what makes Shekha Matta unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Shekha Matta’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 Shekha Matta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekha Matta is 031106. The village spans a total geographical area of 90 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Shekha Matta village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shekha Matta

According to the 2011 Census, Shekha Matta has a total population of about 501, with approximately 259 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 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 83.83%, with male literacy at about 84.94% and female literacy near 82.64%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shekha Matta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 501 259 242
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 20 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 88 43 45
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 420 220 200
Illiterate Population 81 39 42

Connectivity of Shekha Matta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shekha Matta. As per the 2011 stats, Shekha Matta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekha Matta

Knowing the nearby villages of Shekha Matta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shekha Matta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekha Matta

Where is Shekha Matta located?
Shekha Matta village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekha Matta?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekha Matta is Sheikha Matta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekha Matta?
The pincode of Shekha Matta is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekha Matta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekha Matta is 501, with 259 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Shekha Matta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekha Matta village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekha Matta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekha Matta is 83.83%. The male literacy rate is 84.94%, while the female literacy rate is 82.64%.