Selwa - Katangi, Balaghat
Selwa is a village situated in the Katangi tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Katangi and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Selwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selwa is 497297. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.25 hectares and falls under the 481445 pincode. Katangi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Selwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selwa
As per Census 2011, Selwa village has a total population of 2,689 people, consisting of 1,346 males and 1,343 females. The village has 578 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,856 literate and 833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selwa are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Selwa
Selwa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawangi | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Badgaon | South | 1.22 km |
| Atri | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Nandleasra | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Gopalpur | North | 2.26 km |
| Patharwada | West | 2.37 km |
| Chikmara | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Khajri | South | 2.67 km |
| Sitakhoh | South | 2.90 km |
| Bopli | North | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Selwa
Selwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tirodi, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katangi to Selwa is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Selwa is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Selwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Selwa
Where is Selwa located?
Selwa village is located in Katangi Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selwa?
Selwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Selwa?
The pincode of Selwa is 481445.
What is the population of Selwa?
Selwa has a total population of 2,689, including 1,346 males and 1,343 females.
How many households are there in Selwa?
There are 578 households in Selwa.
What is the literacy rate in Selwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selwa is 69.02%. Male literacy is 76.60% and female literacy is 61.43%.