Sehra - Rajpura, Patiala
Sehra is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Sehra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehra is 036977. The village covers a total geographical area of 503 hectares and falls under the 140701 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Sehra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sehra
As per Census 2011, Sehra village has a total population of 1,447 people, consisting of 785 males and 662 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,019 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 521 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sehra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,447 | 785 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 99 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 290 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 563 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 222 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Sehra
Sehra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sehra
Sehra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sehra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Sehra is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sehra
Where is Sehra located?
Sehra village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehra?
Sehra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sehra?
The pincode of Sehra is 140701.
What is the population of Sehra?
Sehra has a total population of 1,447, including 785 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Sehra?
There are 261 households in Sehra.
What is the literacy rate in Sehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehra is 70.42%. Male literacy is 71.72% and female literacy is 68.88%.