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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sela Kheri village had a total population of 379 people, including 189 males and 190 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 95.91% and female literacy at 81.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 379 | 189 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 379, including 189 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Sela Kheri?
Sela Kheri had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sela Kheri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sela Kheri was 88.89%. Male literacy was 95.91% and female literacy was 81.87%.