Sekhmina
About Sekhmina
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sekhmina village is 310667. Sekhmina village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.9km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 41.3km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Tahangirpur is the gram panchayat of Sekhmina village.
The total geographical area of village is 98.95 hectares. Sekhmina has a total population of 358 peoples, out of which male population is 182 while female population is 176. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 967 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sekhmina village is 67.88% out of which 68.68% males and 67.05% females are literate. There are about 72 houses in sekhmina village. Pincode of sekhmina village locality is 733124.
When it comes to administration, Sekhmina village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sekhmina village comes under Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to sekhmina village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Sekhmina
The population details of Sekhmina cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 182 | 176 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 125 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 57 | 58 |
Connectivity of Sekhmina
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhmina
Where is Sekhmina located?
Sekhmina village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhmina?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhmina is Tahangirpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sekhmina?
The pincode of Sekhmina is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sekhmina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekhmina is 358, with 182 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Sekhmina as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sekhmina village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhmina as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhmina is 67.88%. The male literacy rate is 68.68%, while the female literacy rate is 67.05%.