Sekha

Sekha is a village located in Payal tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Payal (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Sekha village is also a gram panchayat.

Sekha 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 Sekha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekha is 033290. The village spans a total geographical area of 348 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141119. Maloud is nearest town to Sekha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sekha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,470 760 710
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 136 69 67
Scheduled Castes (SC) 441 223 218
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,061 593 468
Illiterate Population 409 167 242

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

  • The total population of Sekha village is around 1,470, including approximately 760 males and 710 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 136 children aged 0–6 years in Sekha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sekha village has 441 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sekha village is about 72.18%, with male literacy at 78.03% and female literacy at 65.92%.
  • There are around 287 households in Sekha village.

Connectivity of Sekha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekha. As per the 2011 stats, Sekha 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sekha

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

Burkara Sohian Jogi Majra Ramgarh Sardaran Timbarwal Theh Loharan Kishanpur Chomon Babarpur Ber Khurd Kuhli Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Sekha

Where is Sekha located?
Sekha village is situated in Payal Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekha?
Sekha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sekha?
The pincode of Sekha is 141119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sekha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekha is 1,470, with 760 males and 710 females.
How many households are there in Sekha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sekha village has a total of 287 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekha is 72.18%. The male literacy rate is 78.03%, while the female literacy rate is 65.92%.