Selibeli - Basopatti, Madhubani
Selibeli is a village situated in the Basopatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basopatti and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Selibeli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selibeli is 219912. The village covers a total geographical area of 878.6 hectares and falls under the 847213 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Selibeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Selibeli
As per Census 2011, Selibeli village has a total population of 9,809 people, consisting of 5,208 males and 4,601 females. The village has 1,976 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,519 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,615 literate and 4,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 750 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selibeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,809 | 5,208 | 4,601 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,519 | 793 | 726 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 397 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 5,615 | 3,475 | 2,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,194 | 1,733 | 2,461 |
Nearby Villages of Selibeli
Selibeli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhamotar | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Nararh (part In Kaluahi) | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Marhia | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Pursaulia | South-West | 3.17 km |
| Narkatia | West | 3.42 km |
| Chatar | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Arghawa | West | 3.91 km |
| Silanath Dulipatti | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Ghorbanki | North | 4.10 km |
| Barhi | North | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Selibeli
Selibeli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Korahia, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jainagar to Selibeli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Selibeli is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selibeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selibeli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Selibeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selibeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Selibeli
Where is Selibeli located?
Selibeli village is located in Basopatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selibeli?
Selibeli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Selibeli?
The pincode of Selibeli is 847213.
What is the population of Selibeli?
Selibeli has a total population of 9,809, including 5,208 males and 4,601 females.
How many households are there in Selibeli?
There are 1,976 households in Selibeli.
What is the literacy rate in Selibeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selibeli is 57.24%. Male literacy is 66.72% and female literacy is 46.51%.