Selwa

Selwa is a village located in Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Katangi (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Selwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Selwa has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Selwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selwa is 497297. The village spans a total geographical area of 655.25 hectares. Katangi is nearest town to Selwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Selwa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,689 1,346 1,343
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 282 150 132
Scheduled Castes (SC) 389 200 189
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 48 18 30
Literate Population 1,856 1,031 825
Illiterate Population 833 315 518

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

  • The total population of Selwa village is around 2,689, including approximately 1,346 males and 1,343 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 282 children aged 0–6 years in Selwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Selwa village has 389 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 48 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Selwa village is about 69.02%, with male literacy at 76.60% and female literacy at 61.43%.
  • There are around 578 households in Selwa village.

Connectivity of Selwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Selwa. As per the 2011 stats, Selwa 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Selwa

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Selwa

Where is Selwa located?
Selwa village is situated in Katangi Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selwa?
Selwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Selwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selwa is 2,689, with 1,346 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Selwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Selwa village has a total of 578 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selwa is 69.02%. The male literacy rate is 76.60%, while the female literacy rate is 61.43%.