Selawan - Bindki, Fatehpur
Selawan is a village situated in the Bindki tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bindki and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Selawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selawan is 156456. The village covers a total geographical area of 661.95 hectares and falls under the 212657 pincode. Bindki is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Selawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jahanabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selawan
As per Census 2011, Selawan village has a total population of 4,182 people, consisting of 2,185 males and 1,997 females. The village has 800 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 637 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,577 literate and 1,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,182 | 2,185 | 1,997 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 637 | 319 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,420 | 777 | 643 |
| Literate Population | 2,577 | 1,495 | 1,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,605 | 690 | 915 |
Nearby Villages of Selawan
Selawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paradan | North | 1.62 km |
| Sarkandi | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Chakmohiuddinpur | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Chak Jahanpur | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Rajipur | North | 2.51 km |
| Hajratpur | East | 2.52 km |
| Chaksanttar | East | 2.72 km |
| Bagbadshahi Khajuha | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Chak Kashmiri | North | 3.01 km |
| Nandapur | North-West | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Selawan
Public transport in the Selawan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanspur Gugauli, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bindki to Selawan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Selawan is about 31 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 Selawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Selawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Selawan
Where is Selawan located?
Selawan village is located in Bindki Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selawan?
Selawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Selawan?
The pincode of Selawan is 212657.
What is the population of Selawan?
Selawan has a total population of 4,182, including 2,185 males and 1,997 females.
How many households are there in Selawan?
There are 800 households in Selawan.
What is the literacy rate in Selawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selawan is 61.62%. Male literacy is 68.42% and female literacy is 54.18%.