Selani - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Selani is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sailani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selani is 477219. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.24 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Selani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selani
According to the 2011 Census, Selani village had a total population of 842 people, including 405 males and 437 females, living in 165 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.34%, with male literacy at 88.44% and female literacy at 68.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 405 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 59 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 61 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 98 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 306 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 99 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Selani
Selani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Selani
Selani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Selani is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Selani is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Selani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Selani
Where is Selani located?
Selani village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Selani?
The Gram Panchayat of Selani is Sailani.
What is the pincode of Selani?
The pincode of Selani is 451001.
What is the population of Selani?
Selani had a total population of 842, including 405 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Selani?
Selani had 165 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selani was 78.34%. Male literacy was 88.44% and female literacy was 68.77%.