Sekhawalia - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Sekhawalia is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahganj and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Dipaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekhawalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekhawalia is 200194. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.7 hectares and falls under the 222139 pincode. Shahganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sekhawalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekhawalia
According to the 2011 Census, Sekhawalia village had a total population of 823 people, including 412 males and 411 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.91%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 50.58%.
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 | 823 | 412 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 88 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 246 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 166 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhawalia
Sekhawalia 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 Sekhawalia
Sekhawalia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sekhawalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Shahganj to Sekhawalia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Sekhawalia is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekhawalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekhawalia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sekhawalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekhawalia 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 Sekhawalia
Where is Sekhawalia located?
Sekhawalia village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhawalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhawalia is Dipaipur.
What is the pincode of Sekhawalia?
The pincode of Sekhawalia is 222139.
What is the population of Sekhawalia?
Sekhawalia had a total population of 823, including 412 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Sekhawalia?
Sekhawalia had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhawalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekhawalia was 62.91%. Male literacy was 75.93% and female literacy was 50.58%.