Sheikhpur Kalan
Sheikhpur Kalan is a village located in Dera Bassi tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Bassi (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Sekhpura Kalan is the gram panchayat of Sheikhpur Kalan village.
Sheikhpur Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sheikhpur Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheikhpur Kalan is 039352. The village spans a total geographical area of 118 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140507. Dera Bassi is nearest town to Sheikhpur Kalan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sheikhpur Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Sheikhpur Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 564 | 304 | 260 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 45 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 404 | 231 | 173 |
Illiterate Population | 160 | 73 | 87 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sheikhpur Kalan village:
- The total population of Sheikhpur Kalan village is around 564, including approximately 304 males and 260 females, with a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Sheikhpur Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sheikhpur Kalan village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sheikhpur Kalan village is about 71.63%, with male literacy at 75.99% and female literacy at 66.54%.
- There are around 103 households in Sheikhpur Kalan village.
Connectivity of Sheikhpur Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheikhpur Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Sheikhpur Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sheikhpur Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheikhpur Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheikhpur Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikhpur Kalan
- Where is Sheikhpur Kalan located?
- Sheikhpur Kalan village is situated in Dera Bassi Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sheikhpur Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sheikhpur Kalan is Sekhpura Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sheikhpur Kalan?
- The pincode of Sheikhpur Kalan is 140507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sheikhpur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikhpur Kalan is 564, with 304 males and 260 females.
- How many households are there in Sheikhpur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheikhpur Kalan village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheikhpur Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikhpur Kalan is 71.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.99%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.