Sela
Sela is a village located in Maharajpur tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Maharajpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Saila is the gram panchayat of Sela village.
Here you can discover what makes Sela unique in its vibrant Maharajpur-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Sela’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 Sela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sela is 457794. The village spans a total geographical area of 986.97 hectares. Maharajpur is nearest town to Sela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Sela
Population of Sela
According to the 2011 Census, Sela has a total population of about 1,699, with approximately 905 males and 794 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 290 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 244 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.08%, with male literacy at about 49.39% and female literacy near 27.33%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,699 | 905 | 794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 146 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 123 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 664 | 447 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,035 | 458 | 577 |
Connectivity of Sela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sela. As per the 2011 stats, Sela 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sela
Knowing the nearby villages of Sela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sela
- Where is Sela located?
- Sela village is situated in Maharajpur Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sela is Saila (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sela is 1,699, with 905 males and 794 females.
- How many households are there in Sela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sela village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sela is 39.08%. The male literacy rate is 49.39%, while the female literacy rate is 27.33%.