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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Shekhwala Grunt village has a total population of 345 people, consisting of 178 males and 167 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhwala Grunt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 178 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 345, including 178 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Shekhwala Grunt?
There are 56 households in Shekhwala Grunt.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhwala Grunt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhwala Grunt is 73.04%. Male literacy is 82.58% and female literacy is 62.87%.