Selegaon
Selegaon is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Selegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Selegaon unique in its vibrant Bhanupratappur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Selegaon’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 Selegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selegaon is 447603. The village spans a total geographical area of 494.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495330. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Selegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Selegaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Selegaon
Population of Selegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Selegaon has a total population of about 1,521, with approximately 752 males and 769 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 175 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 145 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 387. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.17%, with male literacy at about 76.33% and female literacy near 62.16%. There are around 340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Selegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,521 | 752 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 96 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 190 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 574 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 178 | 291 |
Connectivity of Selegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Selegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Selegaon 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Selegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Selegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Selegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Selegaon
- Where is Selegaon located?
- Selegaon village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Selegaon?
- Selegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Selegaon?
- The pincode of Selegaon is 495330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Selegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selegaon is 1,521, with 752 males and 769 females.
- How many households are there in Selegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Selegaon village has a total of 340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Selegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selegaon is 69.17%. The male literacy rate is 76.33%, while the female literacy rate is 62.16%.