Sekhpur - Harraiya, Basti
Sekhpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Pauni Japti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekhpur is 179285. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.28 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode. Babhnan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sekhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekhpur
As per Census 2011, Sekhpur village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 62 males and 54 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekhpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhpur
Sekhpur 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 Sekhpur
Sekhpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sekhpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babhnan to Sekhpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Sekhpur is about 27 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 Sekhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekhpur 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 Sekhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekhpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sekhpur
Where is Sekhpur located?
Sekhpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhpur is Pauni Japti.
What is the pincode of Sekhpur?
The pincode of Sekhpur is 272001.
What is the population of Sekhpur?
Sekhpur has a total population of 116, including 62 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Sekhpur?
There are 19 households in Sekhpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekhpur is 80.17%. Male literacy is 82.26% and female literacy is 77.78%.