Selda

Selda is a village located in Murhu subdivision of Khunti district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Murhu (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Khunti. As per 2009 stats, Godatoli is the gram panchayat of Selda village.

Selda has its own place in the vibrant Khunti 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 Selda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selda is 375066. The village spans a total geographical area of 230 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835216. Khunti is nearest town to Selda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Selda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 509 264 245
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 40 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 507 262 245
Literate Population 264 166 98
Illiterate Population 245 98 147

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

  • The total population of Selda village is around 509, including approximately 264 males and 245 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Selda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Selda village has 507 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Selda village is about 51.87%, with male literacy at 62.88% and female literacy at 40.00%.
  • There are around 90 households in Selda village.

Connectivity of Selda

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Selda

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Selda

Where is Selda located?
Selda village is situated in Murhu Subdivision, within the Khunti district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selda?
The Gram Panchayat of Selda is Godatoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Selda?
The pincode of Selda is 835216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Selda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selda is 509, with 264 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Selda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Selda village has a total of 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selda is 51.87%. The male literacy rate is 62.88%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.