Sela - Chandpur, Bijnor
Sela is a village situated in the Chandpur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bijnaur. Saila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sela is 114437. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.58 hectares and falls under the 246727 pincode. Noorpur is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Noorpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagina Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sela
As per Census 2011, Sela village has a total population of 3,710 people, consisting of 1,983 males and 1,727 females. The village has 620 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 676 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,881 literate and 1,829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,710 | 1,983 | 1,727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 676 | 365 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 215 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 1,881 | 1,251 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,829 | 732 | 1,097 |
Nearby Villages of Sela
Sela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lodipur Milk | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Ber | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Seh | South | 1.68 km |
| Mormakhdoompur | North | 2.02 km |
| Rahtijagir | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Majhola Billoch | East | 2.19 km |
| Nazar Purbilloch | East | 2.45 km |
| Bahadar Pur | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Sharfuddin Nagar Urf Kaimri | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Shehbajpur | West | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sela
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sela. The nearest railway station is Bagarpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Noorpur to Sela is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnaur to Sela is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 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 Chandpur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sela is Saila.
What is the pincode of Sela?
The pincode of Sela is 246727.
What is the population of Sela?
Sela has a total population of 3,710, including 1,983 males and 1,727 females.
How many households are there in Sela?
There are 620 households in Sela.
What is the literacy rate in Sela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sela is 50.70%. Male literacy is 63.09% and female literacy is 36.48%.