Sel - Kakira, Chamba
Sel is a village situated in the Kakira tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 59 km from Chamba. Nainikhadd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sel is 007477. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 176313 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Sel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sel
According to the 2011 Census, Sel village had a total population of 114 people, including 58 males and 56 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.38%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 70.21%.
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 | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 14 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Sel
Sel 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 Sel
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Sel is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sel
Where is Sel located?
Sel village is located in Kakira Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sel?
The Gram Panchayat of Sel is Nainikhadd.
What is the pincode of Sel?
The pincode of Sel is 176313.
What is the population of Sel?
Sel had a total population of 114, including 58 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Sel?
Sel had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sel was 79.38%. Male literacy was 88.00% and female literacy was 70.21%.