Selwe
Selwe is a village located in Wazirganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Wazirganj (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Ghuriyawan is the gram panchayat of Selwe village.
Here you can discover what makes Selwe unique in its vibrant Wazirganj-Gaya region. You’ll see Selwe’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 Selwe
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selwe is 256780. The village spans a total geographical area of 261 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Selwe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Selwe
Population of Selwe
According to the 2011 Census, Selwe has a total population of about 917, with approximately 432 males and 485 females. The sex ratio is around 1122 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 270 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 56.05%, with male literacy at about 65.28% and female literacy near 47.84%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Selwe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 917 | 432 | 485 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 54 | 80 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 138 | 132 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 514 | 282 | 232 |
Illiterate Population | 403 | 150 | 253 |
Connectivity of Selwe
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Selwe. As per the 2011 stats, Selwe had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Selwe
Knowing the nearby villages of Selwe helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Selwe.
Frequently Asked Questions about Selwe
- Where is Selwe located?
- Selwe village is situated in Wazirganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Selwe?
- The Gram Panchayat of Selwe is Ghuriyawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Selwe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selwe is 917, with 432 males and 485 females.
- How many households are there in Selwe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Selwe village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Selwe as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selwe is 56.05%. The male literacy rate is 65.28%, while the female literacy rate is 47.84%.