Selahra Kalan
Selahra Kalan is a village located in Chauparan subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chauparan (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Selharakala is the gram panchayat of Selahra Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Selahra Kalan unique in its vibrant Chauparan-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Selahra Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Selahra Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selahra Kalan is 367819. The village spans a total geographical area of 498 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825606. Chauparan is nearest town to Selahra Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Selahra Kalan 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 Barhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Selahra Kalan
Population of Selahra Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Selahra Kalan has a total population of about 1,768, with approximately 833 males and 935 females. The sex ratio is around 1122 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 327 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 654 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.88%, with male literacy at about 68.43% and female literacy near 50.37%. There are around 310 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Selahra Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,768 | 833 | 935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 146 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 320 | 334 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 570 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 727 | 263 | 464 |
Connectivity of Selahra Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Selahra Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Selahra Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Selahra Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Selahra Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Selahra Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Selahra Kalan
- Where is Selahra Kalan located?
- Selahra Kalan village is situated in Chauparan Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Selahra Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Selahra Kalan is Selharakala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Selahra Kalan?
- The pincode of Selahra Kalan is 825606, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Selahra Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selahra Kalan is 1,768, with 833 males and 935 females.
- How many households are there in Selahra Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Selahra Kalan village has a total of 310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Selahra Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selahra Kalan is 58.88%. The male literacy rate is 68.43%, while the female literacy rate is 50.37%.