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
According to the 2011 Census, Sel village had a total population of 1,550 people, including 794 males and 756 females, living in 351 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.53%, with male literacy at 47.79% and female literacy at 37.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,488.
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 | 1,550 | 794 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 114 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 1,550, including 794 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Sel?
Sel had 351 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sel was 42.53%. Male literacy was 47.79% and female literacy was 37.00%.