Selma

Selma is a village located in Batouli tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Batouli (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Silma is the gram panchayat of Selma village.

Selma has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Selma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selma is 433521. The village spans a total geographical area of 686.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497101. Ambikapur is nearest town to Selma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Selma

Below is a concise population overview of Selma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,667 871 796
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 212 106 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) 89 46 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,319 691 628
Literate Population 868 524 344
Illiterate Population 799 347 452

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Selma village:

  • The total population of Selma village is around 1,667, including approximately 871 males and 796 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 212 children aged 0–6 years in Selma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Selma village has 89 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,319 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Selma village is about 52.07%, with male literacy at 60.16% and female literacy at 43.22%.
  • There are around 436 households in Selma village.

Connectivity of Selma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Selma. As per the 2011 stats, Selma had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Selma

Knowing the nearby villages of Selma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Selma.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Selma

Where is Selma located?
Selma village is situated in Batouli Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selma?
The Gram Panchayat of Selma is Silma (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Selma?
The pincode of Selma is 497101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Selma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selma is 1,667, with 871 males and 796 females.
How many households are there in Selma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Selma village has a total of 436 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selma is 52.07%. The male literacy rate is 60.16%, while the female literacy rate is 43.22%.