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
As per Census 2011, Sehri village has a total population of 752 people, consisting of 388 males and 364 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 486 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sehri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 752 | 388 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 56 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 111 | 91 |
| 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 has a total population of 752, including 388 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Sehri?
There are 140 households in Sehri.
What is the literacy rate in Sehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sehri is 64.63%. Male literacy is 68.30% and female literacy is 60.71%.