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.
Selegaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Selegaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Selegaon village:
- The total population of Selegaon village is around 1,521, including approximately 752 males and 769 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 175 children aged 0–6 years in Selegaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Selegaon village has 145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 387 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Selegaon village is about 69.17%, with male literacy at 76.33% and female literacy at 62.16%.
- There are around 340 households in Selegaon village.
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%.