Sellur
Sellur is a village located in Thirunallar Taluk taluka of Karaikal district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 8km away from Karaikal, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sellur village. As per 2009 stats, Sellur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sellur unique in its vibrant Thirunallar Taluk-Karaikal region. You’ll see Sellur’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 Sellur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sellur is 645010. The village spans a total geographical area of 320.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609607. Karaikal is nearest town to Sellur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sellur
Population of Sellur
According to the 2011 Census, Sellur has a total population of about 2,482, with approximately 1,210 males and 1,272 females. The sex ratio is around 1051 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 262 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 675 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.40%, with male literacy at about 79.42% and female literacy near 65.72%. There are around 670 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sellur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,482 | 1,210 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 128 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 675 | 346 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,797 | 961 | 836 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 249 | 436 |
Connectivity of Sellur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sellur. As per the 2011 stats, Sellur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sellur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sellur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sellur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sellur
- Where is Sellur located?
- Sellur village is situated in Thirunallar Taluk Taluka, within the Karaikal district of Puducherry, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sellur?
- Sellur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sellur?
- The pincode of Sellur is 609607, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sellur is 2,482, with 1,210 males and 1,272 females.
- How many households are there in Sellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sellur village has a total of 670 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sellur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sellur is 72.40%. The male literacy rate is 79.42%, while the female literacy rate is 65.72%.