Selu
Selu is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Selu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Selu unique in its vibrant Basmath-Hingoli region. You’ll see Selu’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 Selu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selu is 546348. The village spans a total geographical area of 546 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Selu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Selu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Selu
Population of Selu
According to the 2011 Census, Selu has a total population of about 1,633, with approximately 849 males and 784 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 288 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 358. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.99%, with male literacy at about 74.20% and female literacy near 59.18%. There are around 307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Selu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,633 | 849 | 784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 129 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 157 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 178 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 1,094 | 630 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 219 | 320 |
Connectivity of Selu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Selu. As per the 2011 stats, Selu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Selu
Knowing the nearby villages of Selu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Selu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Selu
- Where is Selu located?
- Selu village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Selu?
- Selu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Selu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selu is 1,633, with 849 males and 784 females.
- How many households are there in Selu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Selu village has a total of 307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Selu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selu is 66.99%. The male literacy rate is 74.20%, while the female literacy rate is 59.18%.