Sela Kheri - Dhampur, Bijnor
Sela Kheri is a village situated in the Dhampur tehsil of Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhampur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Bijnor. Ramkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sela Kheri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sela Kheri is 113909. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.5 hectares and falls under the 246735 pincode. Bijnor is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sela Kheri 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 Kheri
As per Census 2011, Sela Kheri village has a total population of 379 people, consisting of 189 males and 190 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sela Kheri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 189 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 164 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 25 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Sela Kheri
Sela Kheri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ravana Shikarpur | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Ram Khera | East | 1.24 km |
| Fatehpur Bulandi | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Khawza Ahamadpur Jalal | South | 1.61 km |
| Amanatpur | South | 1.82 km |
| Namdarpur Chandan | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Sabdalpur | North | 2.08 km |
| Gospur Khalsa | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Munda Kheri | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Nawada Urf Telipura | South-West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sela Kheri
Public transport in the Sela Kheri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Seohara, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.8 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 Bijnor to Sela Kheri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijnor to Sela Kheri is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sela Kheri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sela Kheri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sela Kheri
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 Kheri 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 Sela Kheri
Where is Sela Kheri located?
Sela Kheri village is located in Dhampur Tehsil, Bijnor district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sela Kheri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sela Kheri is Ramkheda.
What is the pincode of Sela Kheri?
The pincode of Sela Kheri is 246735.
What is the population of Sela Kheri?
Sela Kheri has a total population of 379, including 189 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Sela Kheri?
There are 77 households in Sela Kheri.
What is the literacy rate in Sela Kheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sela Kheri is 80.21%. Male literacy is 86.77% and female literacy is 73.68%.