Selada - Brahmapuri, Chandrapur
Selada is a village situated in the Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmapuri and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Ekara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selada is 540853. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.78 hectares and falls under the 441206 pincode. Brahmapuri is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Selada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selada
According to the 2011 Census, Selada village had a total population of 61 people, including 31 males and 30 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.24%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Selada
Selada 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 Selada
Selada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapuri to Selada is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Selada is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Selada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Selada
Where is Selada located?
Selada village is located in Brahmapuri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selada?
The Gram Panchayat of Selada is Ekara.
What is the pincode of Selada?
The pincode of Selada is 441206.
What is the population of Selada?
Selada had a total population of 61, including 31 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Selada?
Selada had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selada was 67.24%. Male literacy was 75.86% and female literacy was 58.62%.