Sellum - Munchingi Puttu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Sellum is a village situated in the Munchingi Puttu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Munchingi Puttu and around 178 km from Visakhapatnam. Yenugurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sellum village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sellum is 583465. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Jeypore(orissa) is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Sellum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sellum
According to the 2011 Census, Sellum village had a total population of 141 people, including 73 males and 68 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.11%, with male literacy at 58.93% and female literacy at 25.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 33 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 40 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sellum
Sellum is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sellum
Sellum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypore(orissa) to Sellum is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Sellum is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sellum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sellum village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sellum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sellum village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sellum
Where is Sellum located?
Sellum village is located in Munchingi Puttu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sellum?
The Gram Panchayat of Sellum is Yenugurai.
What is the pincode of Sellum?
The pincode of Sellum is 531040.
What is the population of Sellum?
Sellum had a total population of 141, including 73 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Sellum?
Sellum had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sellum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sellum was 42.11%. Male literacy was 58.93% and female literacy was 25.86%.