Selahan - Gangath, Kangra
Selahan is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 81 km from Dharmsala. Sukhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selahan is 008494. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.43 hectares and falls under the 176202 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Selahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selahan
According to the 2011 Census, Selahan village had a total population of 172 people, including 89 males and 83 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.78%, with male literacy at 81.01% and female literacy at 84.72%.
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 | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Selahan
Selahan 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 Selahan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Selahan. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Selahan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Selahan is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Selahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Selahan
Where is Selahan located?
Selahan village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Selahan is Sukhar.
What is the pincode of Selahan?
The pincode of Selahan is 176202.
What is the population of Selahan?
Selahan had a total population of 172, including 89 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Selahan?
Selahan had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selahan was 82.78%. Male literacy was 81.01% and female literacy was 84.72%.