Seljhar - Songadh, Tapi
Seljhar is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Dhanmauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seljhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seljhar is 524688. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.11 hectares and falls under the 394670 pincode. Songadh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Seljhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seljhar
According to the 2011 Census, Seljhar village had a total population of 128 people, including 65 males and 63 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.98%, with male literacy at 42.31% and female literacy at 25.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 22 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 43 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Seljhar
Seljhar 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 Seljhar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Seljhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Songadh to Seljhar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vyara to Seljhar is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seljhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seljhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Seljhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seljhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Seljhar
Where is Seljhar located?
Seljhar village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seljhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Seljhar is Dhanmauli.
What is the pincode of Seljhar?
The pincode of Seljhar is 394670.
What is the population of Seljhar?
Seljhar had a total population of 128, including 65 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Seljhar?
Seljhar had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seljhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seljhar was 33.98%. Male literacy was 42.31% and female literacy was 25.49%.