Sahiba
Sahiba is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Sahiba village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sahiba unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Sahiba’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sahiba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahiba is 032503. The village spans a total geographical area of 425 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144525. Balachaur is nearest town to Sahiba village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sahiba
Population of Sahiba
According to the 2011 Census, Sahiba has a total population of about 1,862, with approximately 952 males and 910 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 171 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 770 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.09%, with male literacy at about 83.61% and female literacy near 72.31%. There are around 390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahiba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,862 | 952 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 84 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 401 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 796 | 658 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 156 | 252 |
Connectivity of Sahiba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahiba. As per the 2011 stats, Sahiba had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sahiba
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahiba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahiba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahiba
- Where is Sahiba located?
- Sahiba village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahiba?
- Sahiba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sahiba?
- The pincode of Sahiba is 144525, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sahiba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahiba is 1,862, with 952 males and 910 females.
- How many households are there in Sahiba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahiba village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahiba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahiba is 78.09%. The male literacy rate is 83.61%, while the female literacy rate is 72.31%.