Seikh

Seikh is a village located in Gidderbaha tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Gidderbaha (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Shekh is the gram panchayat of Seikh village.

Seikh has its own place in the vibrant Muktsar 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 Seikh

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Seikh is 035353. The village spans a total geographical area of 433 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152031. Giddarbaha is nearest town to Seikh village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Seikh village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Giddarbaha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Seikh

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 939 492 447
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 89 52 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 343 183 160
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 602 338 264
Illiterate Population 337 154 183

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

  • The total population of Seikh village is around 939, including approximately 492 males and 447 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Seikh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Seikh village has 343 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Seikh village is about 64.11%, with male literacy at 68.70% and female literacy at 59.06%.
  • There are around 179 households in Seikh village.

Connectivity of Seikh

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

Nearby Villages of Seikh

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Seikh

Where is Seikh located?
Seikh village is situated in Gidderbaha Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seikh?
The Gram Panchayat of Seikh is Shekh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Seikh?
The pincode of Seikh is 152031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Seikh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Seikh is 939, with 492 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Seikh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Seikh village has a total of 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seikh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Seikh is 64.11%. The male literacy rate is 68.70%, while the female literacy rate is 59.06%.