Selkhera
Selkhera is a village located in Mahavan tehsil of Mathura district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mahavan (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Mathura. As per 2009 stats, Selkhera village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Selkhera unique in its vibrant Mahavan-Mathura region. You’ll see Selkhera’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Selkhera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Selkhera is 124191. The village spans a total geographical area of 256.07 hectares. Mathura is nearest town to Selkhera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Selkhera village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baldev Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Selkhera
Population of Selkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Selkhera has a total population of about 2,601, with approximately 1,432 males and 1,169 females. The sex ratio is around 816 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 383 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 228 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.67%, with male literacy at about 75.77% and female literacy near 44.40%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Selkhera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,601 | 1,432 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 203 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 130 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,604 | 1,085 | 519 |
| Illiterate Population | 997 | 347 | 650 |
Connectivity of Selkhera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Selkhera. As per the 2011 stats, Selkhera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Selkhera
Knowing the nearby villages of Selkhera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Selkhera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Selkhera
- Where is Selkhera located?
- Selkhera village is situated in Mahavan Tehsil, within the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Selkhera?
- Selkhera serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Selkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Selkhera is 2,601, with 1,432 males and 1,169 females.
- How many households are there in Selkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Selkhera village has a total of 378 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Selkhera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Selkhera is 61.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.77%, while the female literacy rate is 44.40%.