Selda - Erki(Tamar Ii), Khunti
Selda is a village situated in the Erki(Tamar Ii) subdivision of Khunti district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Erki and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Khunti. Badinijkel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selda is 375376. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 835210 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Selda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Selda
According to the 2011 Census, Selda village had a total population of 481 people, including 231 males and 250 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.84%, with male literacy at 48.42% and female literacy at 31.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 412.
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 | 481 | 231 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 41 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 412 | 200 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 92 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 139 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Selda
Selda 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 Selda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Selda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khunti to Selda is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selda 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 Selda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selda 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Selda
Where is Selda located?
Selda village is located in Erki(Tamar Ii) Subdivision, Khunti district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Selda?
The Gram Panchayat of Selda is Badinijkel.
What is the pincode of Selda?
The pincode of Selda is 835210.
What is the population of Selda?
Selda had a total population of 481, including 231 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Selda?
Selda had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selda was 39.84%. Male literacy was 48.42% and female literacy was 31.44%.