Sech - Sultanpur Lodhi, Kapurthala
Sech is a village situated in the Sultanpur Lodhi tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanpur Lodhi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Sech village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sech is 029491. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.59 hectares and falls under the 144626 pincode. Sultanpur Lodhi is the nearest town.
Sech village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kartarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalandhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sech
As per Census 2011, Sech village has a total population of 1,215 people, consisting of 635 males and 580 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 555 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,000 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sech are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,215 | 635 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 93 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,000 | 523 | 477 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 344 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 291 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Sech
Sech is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Latianwala | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Kamalpur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Nasirewal | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Allahditta | East | 2.72 km |
| Chakkotla | West | 3.25 km |
| Mahablipur | West | 3.25 km |
| Dadwindi | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Toti | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Isharwal | North | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sech
Sech is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dudwindi, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Sech is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sech village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sech
Where is Sech located?
Sech village is located in Sultanpur Lodhi Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sech?
Sech is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sech?
The pincode of Sech is 144626.
What is the population of Sech?
Sech has a total population of 1,215, including 635 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Sech?
There are 220 households in Sech.
What is the literacy rate in Sech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sech is 45.68%. Male literacy is 54.17% and female literacy is 36.38%.