Sekhpur
About Sekhpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sekhpur village is 310617. Sekhpur village is located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.1km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 53.6km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Nandanpur is the gram panchayat of Sekhpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 57.67 hectares. Sekhpur has a total population of 366 peoples, out of which male population is 180 while female population is 186. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1033 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sekhpur village is 66.67% out of which 74.44% males and 59.14% females are literate. There are about 87 houses in sekhpur village. Pincode of sekhpur village locality is 733124.
When it comes to administration, Sekhpur 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, Sekhpur village comes under Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to sekhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Sekhpur
The population details of Sekhpur 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 | 366 | 180 | 186 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 212 | 99 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 134 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 46 | 76 |
Connectivity of Sekhpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhpur
Where is Sekhpur located?
Sekhpur village is situated in Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhpur is Nandanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sekhpur?
The pincode of Sekhpur is 733124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekhpur is 366, with 180 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Sekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sekhpur village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhpur is 66.67%. The male literacy rate is 74.44%, while the female literacy rate is 59.14%.