Sel - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sel is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sel is 476892. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.37 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Indore is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Sel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sel
As per Census 2011, Sel village has a total population of 1,550 people, consisting of 794 males and 756 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,550 | 794 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,488 | 761 | 727 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 325 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 986 | 469 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Sel
Sel 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 Sel
Public transport in the Sel is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indore to Sel is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sel is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sel
Where is Sel located?
Sel village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sel?
Sel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sel?
The pincode of Sel is 451221.
What is the population of Sel?
Sel has a total population of 1,550, including 794 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Sel?
There are 351 households in Sel.
What is the literacy rate in Sel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sel is 36.39%. Male literacy is 40.93% and female literacy is 31.61%.