Selmapali - Kantamal, Boudh
Selmapali is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Kantamal and around 86 km from Baudh. Baragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selmapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selmapali is 417775. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 762030 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Selmapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selmapali
According to the 2011 Census, Selmapali village had a total population of 140 people, including 67 males and 73 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.59%, with male literacy at 56.25% and female literacy at 31.67%.
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 | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 27 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 40 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Selmapali
Selmapali 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 Selmapali
Public transport in the Selmapali is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tarbha to Selmapali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Selmapali is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selmapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selmapali 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Selmapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selmapali 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 Selmapali
Where is Selmapali located?
Selmapali village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Selmapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Selmapali is Baragaon.
What is the pincode of Selmapali?
The pincode of Selmapali is 762030.
What is the population of Selmapali?
Selmapali had a total population of 140, including 67 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Selmapali?
Selmapali had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selmapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selmapali was 42.59%. Male literacy was 56.25% and female literacy was 31.67%.