Selaur - Guthani, Siwan
Selaur is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Siwan.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selaur is 232232. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Selaur is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Selaur
According to the 2011 Census, Selaur village had a total population of 2,964 people, including 1,497 males and 1,467 females, living in 465 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.96%, with male literacy at 74.90% and female literacy at 50.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 479, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 112.
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 | 2,964 | 1,497 | 1,467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 254 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 255 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,545 | 931 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,419 | 566 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Selaur
Selaur 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 Selaur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Selaur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Selaur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Selaur
Where is Selaur located?
Selaur village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the pincode of Selaur?
The pincode of Selaur is 841435.
What is the population of Selaur?
Selaur had a total population of 2,964, including 1,497 males and 1,467 females.
How many households are there in Selaur?
Selaur had 465 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selaur was 62.96%. Male literacy was 74.90% and female literacy was 50.70%.