Sekha Village
Adopted Under Unnat Bharat Abhiyan
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Village Overview
Village Overview
Sekha is a large village in Barnala district, Punjab, India. It is located 7 km to the east of Barnala on Bathinda-Patiala railway line and Barnala-Dhuri road.It is a medium-sized village with a population of around 10,000. All the basic amenities are present at a commutable distance.
Sekha used to be a cluster of 22 villages called 'Bahia' (in Punjabi meaning composed of twenty-two entities). The people living here were of Sidhu clan. Once Guru Teg Bahadur ji, the ninth Sikh Guru, arrived in the 'Bahia' during his Malwa Visit. But the ruler of 'Bahia' refused to give the Guru a piece of land to live on for few days. The ruler asked the Guru to leave the place. Guru Teg Bahadur got angry and cursed the 'Bahia' by saying "Bahia Hoju Thehia"(Punjabi: ਬਾਹੀਆ ਹੋਜੂ ਥੇਹਿਆ) meaning- "Bahia will collapse into a heap" Due to his curse the whole of Bahia turned into a heap of debris.
Sekha is one of the five villages adopted by SSD College barnala under the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, a flagship initiative of the Ministry of Education, Government of India. This village is known for its — (e.g., historical significance/agricultural activity/etc.) and forms an important part of our institution's commitment to rural development.
General Information
General Information
Village Name: Sekha
Block: Barnala
Panchayat Name: Sekha
District: Barnala
State: Punjab
Population (census 2011.): 7594
Literacy Rate: 62.21 %
Panchayat Information – Sekha Village
Panchayat Information – Sekha Village
The local self-governance of Sekha village is managed by the Gram Panchayat, which plays a vital role in the village's development and day-to-day administration.
Sarpanch Name: Jagseer Singh
Number of Ward Members: 11
Panchayat Office Address: —Bhaini Patti, Near Dera baba Tehal das,sekha
Contact Number: 9855375700
Jagseer Singh (Sarpanch)
Socio-Economic Profile
Socio-Economic Profile
Main Occupations: Agriculture
Existing Facilities:-
Primary School: Govt. Primary School
Secondary school: Govt. sen. sec. school
Health Centre: Yes
Panchayat Ghar: Yes
Help-line Numbers
Help-line Numbers
Women Safety : 1091
fire brigade : 0167 923 1755
Child Helpline : 1098
Identified Challenges
Identified Challenges
During our initial visit and interaction with the residents of Sekha village, some of the general challenges observed include:
Limited awareness regarding preventive healthcare and hygiene
Need for improved sanitation and waste management practices
These observations are helping us understand the priorities and plan appropriate interventions in collaboration with the community and local authorities.
College Initiatives in Sekha
College Initiatives in Sekha
Our institution, SSD College Barnala, has taken its first step toward community engagement in Sekha village under the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan.
✅ Completed Activity
Health Awareness Camp (Date: 03 June 2025): A camp was organized to promote awareness about hygiene, disease prevention, and basic healthcare practices. Local residents participated actively, and the session was supported by faculty and student volunteers.
Career Counselling Sessions
📅 Planned Activities
We are committed to deepening our involvement in Sekha through a series of upcoming programs, including:
Water TDS Leveling
Plantation Drive
Drug Awareness
Voting Awareness
These initiatives aim to improve the quality of life in Sekha while offering experiential learning opportunities to our students.
Activities Conducted in Sekha
Activities Conducted in Sekha
Health Awareness Camp
Organized By: UBA Team S.S.D. College, Barnala
SSD College conducted an insightful seminar in Sekhe village on the Role of Parents in Making a Child’s Career, aimed at bridging the communication and guidance gap between parents and students. The session emphasized how a supportive home environment and informed parenting can shape a child’s academic and professional choices.
Faculty members interacted with local families to discuss the importance of career awareness, emotional support, and the early identification of a child’s strengths. Parents were encouraged to actively participate in their child's learning journey, recognize their interests, and support them in exploring educational opportunities beyond traditional choices.
The seminar was well received by the attendees, who appreciated the college’s effort in addressing such an important yet often overlooked aspect of rural education and development.
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