Shekhewal

Shekhewal is a village located in Ludhiana East tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (east) (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Sakhewal is the gram panchayat of Shekhewal village.

Shekhewal has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shekhewal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shekhewal is 033418. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141013. Ludhiana is nearest town to Shekhewal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Shekhewal

Below is a concise population overview of Shekhewal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 290 148 142
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 27 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 278 142 136
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 120 59 61
Illiterate Population 170 89 81

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shekhewal village:

  • The total population of Shekhewal village is around 290, including approximately 148 males and 142 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Shekhewal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shekhewal village has 278 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shekhewal village is about 41.38%, with male literacy at 39.86% and female literacy at 42.96%.
  • There are around 64 households in Shekhewal village.

Connectivity of Shekhewal

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shekhewal

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

Dholanwal Gopalpur Kalewal Salempur Haidar Nagar Garhi Fazil Machhian Kalan Machhian Khurd Salkiana Garcha Baura

Frequently Asked Questions about Shekhewal

Where is Shekhewal located?
Shekhewal village is situated in Ludhiana East Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhewal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhewal is Sakhewal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shekhewal?
The pincode of Shekhewal is 141013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shekhewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shekhewal is 290, with 148 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Shekhewal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shekhewal village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhewal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shekhewal is 41.38%. The male literacy rate is 39.86%, while the female literacy rate is 42.96%.