Sehri - Rajpura, Patiala
Sehri is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Sehri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sehri is 036976. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 140701 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Sehri 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 Sehri
According to the 2011 Census, Sehri village had a total population of 752 people, including 388 males and 364 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 79.82% and female literacy at 68.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 202.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 388 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 56 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 111 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 265 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 123 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Sehri
Sehri 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 Sehri
Sehri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Sehri is about 23 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 Sehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sehri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sehri
Where is Sehri located?
Sehri village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sehri?
Sehri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sehri?
The pincode of Sehri is 140701.
What is the population of Sehri?
Sehri had a total population of 752, including 388 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Sehri?
Sehri had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehri was 73.97%. Male literacy was 79.82% and female literacy was 68.00%.