Sela - Gadraroad, Barmer
Sela is a village situated in the Gadraroad tehsil of Barmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 120 km from Sheo and around 120 km from Barmer. Khadeen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sela is 086651. The village covers a total geographical area of 2673.39 hectares and falls under the 344011 pincode. Barmer is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Sela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sela
According to the 2011 Census, Sela village had a total population of 541 people, including 279 males and 262 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.48%, with male literacy at 68.87% and female literacy at 36.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 541 | 279 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 146 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 133 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Sela
Sela 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 Sela
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sela. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sela.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barmer to Sela is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sela 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 Sela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sela
Where is Sela located?
Sela village is located in Gadraroad Tehsil, Barmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sela is Khadeen.
What is the pincode of Sela?
The pincode of Sela is 344011.
What is the population of Sela?
Sela had a total population of 541, including 279 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Sela?
Sela had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sela was 53.48%. Male literacy was 68.87% and female literacy was 36.32%.