Sekhpur

Sekhpur is a village located in Mathurapur I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.4km away from sub-district headquarter Mathurapur (tehsildar office) and 58.9km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Mathurapur Paschim is the gram panchayat of Sekhpur village.

Sekhpur has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sekhpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekhpur is 334800. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743354. Joynagar is nearest town to Sekhpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sekhpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mandirbazar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sekhpur

Below is a concise population overview of Sekhpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 850 447 403
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 37 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 841 444 397
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 667 395 272
Illiterate Population 183 52 131

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sekhpur village:

  • The total population of Sekhpur village is around 850, including approximately 447 males and 403 females, with a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Sekhpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sekhpur village has 841 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sekhpur village is about 78.47%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 67.49%.
  • There are around 187 households in Sekhpur village.

Connectivity of Sekhpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekhpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sekhpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sekhpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sekhpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sekhpur.

Harekrishnapur Mukundapur Kaipukuria Sekhpukhuria Daudpur Tajpur Noabad Rajpur Bhagabatipur Uttar Gangadharpur Uttar Ramnagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhpur

Where is Sekhpur located?
Sekhpur village is situated in Mathurapur I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sekhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekhpur is Mathurapur Paschim (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 743354, 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 850, with 447 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Sekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sekhpur village has a total of 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekhpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhpur is 78.47%. The male literacy rate is 88.37%, while the female literacy rate is 67.49%.