Sela

Sela is a village located in Bhattiyat tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Chuari Khas. Chuari Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Sela village. As per 2009 stats, Banet is the gram panchayat of Sela village.

Sela has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Sela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sela is 007563. The village spans a total geographical area of 224.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176302. Chuari Khas is nearest town to Sela village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Sela 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 Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sela

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 719 352 367
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 46 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 34 18 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 563 261 302
Literate Population 416 238 178
Illiterate Population 303 114 189

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

  • The total population of Sela village is around 719, including approximately 352 males and 367 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Sela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sela village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 563 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sela village is about 57.86%, with male literacy at 67.61% and female literacy at 48.50%.
  • There are around 146 households in Sela village.

Connectivity of Sela

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

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

Nearby Villages of Sela

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Sela

Where is Sela located?
Sela village is situated in Bhattiyat Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sela is Banet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sela?
The pincode of Sela is 176302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sela is 719, with 352 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Sela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sela village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sela is 57.86%. The male literacy rate is 67.61%, while the female literacy rate is 48.50%.