Sekhui Bazar - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Sekhui Bazar is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Sekui Chappra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekhui Bazar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekhui Bazar is 188420. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.15 hectares and falls under the 274305 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sekhui Bazar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sekhui Bazar
As per Census 2011, Sekhui Bazar village has a total population of 885 people, consisting of 478 males and 407 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sekhui Bazar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 885 | 478 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 70 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 137 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 276 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 202 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhui Bazar
Sekhui Bazar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhui Sohara | West | 0.97 km |
| Sekhui Mishra | South | 1.01 km |
| Belwa Baburam | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Jai Chhapra | East | 1.24 km |
| Motipur | North | 1.62 km |
| Dhamauli | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Jarha | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Dukhran Patti | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Bijai Chhapra | North | 2.17 km |
| Maghi Mathia | South | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sekhui Bazar
Sekhui Bazar 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 Barharagani, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kushinagar to Sekhui Bazar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Sekhui Bazar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekhui Bazar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekhui Bazar 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 Bazar
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 Bazar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sekhui Bazar
Where is Sekhui Bazar located?
Sekhui Bazar village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhui Bazar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhui Bazar is Sekui Chappra.
What is the pincode of Sekhui Bazar?
The pincode of Sekhui Bazar is 274305.
What is the population of Sekhui Bazar?
Sekhui Bazar has a total population of 885, including 478 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Sekhui Bazar?
There are 139 households in Sekhui Bazar.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhui Bazar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekhui Bazar is 51.30%. Male literacy is 57.74% and female literacy is 43.73%.