Selavadi - Omalur, Salem
Selavadi is a village situated in the Omalur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Omalur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Selavadai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selavadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selavadi is 633865. The village covers a total geographical area of 809.47 hectares and falls under the 636501 pincode. Dharamangalam is the nearest town.
Selavadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Omalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selavadi
As per Census 2011, Selavadi village has a total population of 6,400 people, consisting of 3,371 males and 3,029 females. The village has 1,568 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 666 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,277 literate and 3,123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selavadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,400 | 3,371 | 3,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 666 | 358 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 507 | 262 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,277 | 1,965 | 1,312 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,123 | 1,406 | 1,717 |
Nearby Villages of Selavadi
Selavadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ariyampatti | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Ramireddipatti | East | 2.33 km |
| Periyasoragai | North | 3.34 km |
| Arurpatti | East | 3.49 km |
| Panikkanur | South | 4.09 km |
| Dasagappatti | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Chinnasoragai | North | 4.59 km |
| Idaiyapatti | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Karikkapatti | South-West | 4.74 km |
| Tharamangalam | East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Selavadi
Selavadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tolasampatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.9 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Selavadi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Selavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selavadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Selavadi
Where is Selavadi located?
Selavadi village is located in Omalur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selavadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Selavadi is Selavadai.
What is the pincode of Selavadi?
The pincode of Selavadi is 636501.
What is the population of Selavadi?
Selavadi has a total population of 6,400, including 3,371 males and 3,029 females.
How many households are there in Selavadi?
There are 1,568 households in Selavadi.
What is the literacy rate in Selavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selavadi is 51.20%. Male literacy is 58.29% and female literacy is 43.31%.