Sekhpura
Sekhpura is a village located in Hemtabad subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Hemtabad. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Sekhpura village. As per 2009 stats, Chainagar is the gram panchayat of Sekhpura village.
Here you can discover what makes Sekhpura unique in its vibrant Hemtabad-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Sekhpura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sekhpura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekhpura is 309820. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733134. Raiganj is nearest town to Sekhpura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Sekhpura
Population of Sekhpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sekhpura has a total population of about 351, with approximately 191 males and 160 females. The sex ratio is around 837 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 43 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 351 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.40%, with male literacy at about 69.63% and female literacy near 49.38%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sekhpura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 191 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 29 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 191 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 212 | 133 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 58 | 81 |
Connectivity of Sekhpura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekhpura. As per the 2011 stats, Sekhpura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sekhpura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sekhpura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sekhpura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhpura
- Where is Sekhpura located?
- Sekhpura village is situated in Hemtabad Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sekhpura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sekhpura is Chainagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sekhpura?
- The pincode of Sekhpura is 733134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekhpura is 351, with 191 males and 160 females.
- How many households are there in Sekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sekhpura village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sekhpura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhpura is 60.40%. The male literacy rate is 69.63%, while the female literacy rate is 49.38%.