Shekhan Kalan - Ballia
Shekhan Kalan is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sherwan Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhan Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhan Kalan is 198671. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.56 hectares and falls under the 277302 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Shekhan Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhan Kalan
As per Census 2011, Shekhan Kalan village has a total population of 1,567 people, consisting of 758 males and 809 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 228 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 944 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhan Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,567 | 758 | 809 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 128 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 549 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 209 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhan Kalan
Shekhan Kalan 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 Shekhan Kalan
Shekhan Kalan 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Shekhan Kalan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhan Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhan Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhan Kalan 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 Shekhan Kalan
Where is Shekhan Kalan located?
Shekhan Kalan village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhan Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhan Kalan is Sherwan Kalan.
What is the pincode of Shekhan Kalan?
The pincode of Shekhan Kalan is 277302.
What is the population of Shekhan Kalan?
Shekhan Kalan has a total population of 1,567, including 758 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Shekhan Kalan?
There are 240 households in Shekhan Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhan Kalan is 60.24%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 48.83%.