Sikhwala
About Sikhwala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sikhwala village is 035295. Sikhwala village is located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Sikhwala village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1231 hectares. Sikhwala has a total population of 4,425 peoples, out of which male population is 2,342 while female population is 2,083. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 889 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sikhwala village is 55.84% out of which 63.19% males and 47.58% females are literate. There are about 845 houses in sikhwala village. Pincode of sikhwala village locality is 152113.
When it comes to administration, Sikhwala 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, Sikhwala village comes under Lambi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency. Malout is nearest town to sikhwala village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sikhwala
The population details of Sikhwala 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 | 4,425 | 2,342 | 2,083 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 568 | 289 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,151 | 1,143 | 1,008 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,471 | 1,480 | 991 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,954 | 862 | 1,092 |
Connectivity of Sikhwala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sikhwala
Where is Sikhwala located?
Sikhwala village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikhwala?
Sikhwala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sikhwala?
The pincode of Sikhwala is 152113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikhwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikhwala is 4,425, with 2,342 males and 2,083 females.
How many households are there in Sikhwala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikhwala village has a total of 845 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikhwala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikhwala is 55.84%. The male literacy rate is 63.19%, while the female literacy rate is 47.58%.