Shekhwala Grunt - Hardwar, Haridwar
Shekhwala Grunt is a village situated in the Hardwar tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Hardwar and around 34 km from Hardwar (rosanabad). Manubans Grunt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhwala Grunt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhwala Grunt is 056653. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.94 hectares and falls under the 249401 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shekhwala Grunt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jwalapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shekhwala Grunt
According to the 2011 Census, Shekhwala Grunt village had a total population of 345 people, including 178 males and 167 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 90.74% and female literacy at 71.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 345 | 178 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 147 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 31 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhwala Grunt
Shekhwala Grunt 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 Shekhwala Grunt
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Shekhwala Grunt.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Shekhwala Grunt is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar (rosanabad) to Shekhwala Grunt is about 34 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 Shekhwala Grunt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhwala Grunt village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shekhwala Grunt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhwala Grunt 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 Shekhwala Grunt
Where is Shekhwala Grunt located?
Shekhwala Grunt village is located in Hardwar Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shekhwala Grunt?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhwala Grunt is Manubans Grunt.
What is the pincode of Shekhwala Grunt?
The pincode of Shekhwala Grunt is 249401.
What is the population of Shekhwala Grunt?
Shekhwala Grunt had a total population of 345, including 178 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Shekhwala Grunt?
Shekhwala Grunt had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhwala Grunt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhwala Grunt was 81.82%. Male literacy was 90.74% and female literacy was 71.92%.