Sekhui - Bhanpur, Basti
Sekhui is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Bahadurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekhui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekhui is 178729. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.3 hectares and falls under the 272190 pincode.
Sekhui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekhui
According to the 2011 Census, Sekhui village had a total population of 288 people, including 151 males and 137 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.56%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 38.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 288 | 151 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 82 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 69 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhui
Sekhui 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 Sekhui
Sekhui 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 Basti to Sekhui is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekhui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekhui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sekhui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekhui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sekhui
Where is Sekhui located?
Sekhui village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhui?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhui is Bahadurpur.
What is the pincode of Sekhui?
The pincode of Sekhui is 272190.
What is the population of Sekhui?
Sekhui had a total population of 288, including 151 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Sekhui?
Sekhui had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekhui was 55.56%. Male literacy was 73.21% and female literacy was 38.05%.