Selut - Olpad, Surat
Selut is a village situated in the Olpad taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Olpad and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Selut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selut is 523773. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.7 hectares and falls under the 395005 pincode. Surat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Selut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selut
As per Census 2011, Selut village has a total population of 1,077 people, consisting of 568 males and 509 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 908 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,077 | 568 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 507 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 61 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Selut
Selut 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 Selut
Selut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Selut.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Surat to Selut is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Selut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Selut
Where is Selut located?
Selut village is located in Olpad Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selut?
Selut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Selut?
The pincode of Selut is 395005.
What is the population of Selut?
Selut has a total population of 1,077, including 568 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Selut?
There are 216 households in Selut.
What is the literacy rate in Selut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selut is 84.31%. Male literacy is 89.26% and female literacy is 78.78%.