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.
Here you can discover what makes Selwa unique in its vibrant Katangi-Balaghat region. You’ll see Selwa’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 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.
Google Map of Selwa
Population of Selwa
According to the 2011 Census, Selwa has a total population of about 2,689, with approximately 1,346 males and 1,343 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 389 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 48. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.02%, with male literacy at about 76.60% and female literacy near 61.43%. There are around 578 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Selwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.