Sheikhu
About Sheikhu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sheikhu village is 035279. Sheikhu village is located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Sheikhu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 520 hectares. Sheikhu has a total population of 826 peoples, out of which male population is 438 while female population is 388. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 885 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sheikhu village is 55.69% out of which 61.87% males and 48.71% females are literate. There are about 159 houses in sheikhu village. Pincode of sheikhu village locality is 152107.
When it comes to administration, Sheikhu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sheikhu village comes under Malout Vidhan Sabha constituency & Firozpur Lok Sabha constituency. Malout is nearest town to sheikhu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sheikhu
The population details of Sheikhu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 438 | 388 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 109 | 51 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 515 | 276 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 460 | 271 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 167 | 199 |
Connectivity of Sheikhu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikhu
Where is Sheikhu located?
Sheikhu village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhu?
Sheikhu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sheikhu?
The pincode of Sheikhu is 152107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sheikhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikhu is 826, with 438 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Sheikhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhu village has a total of 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheikhu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhu is 55.69%. The male literacy rate is 61.87%, while the female literacy rate is 48.71%.