Seli - Bhanoli, Almora
Seli is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Seli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seli is 053592. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.8 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Seli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seli
As per Census 2011, Seli village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 75 males and 95 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,266 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 67 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 75 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 19 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Seli
Seli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Seli
Seli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Seli is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Seli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seli 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 Seli
Where is Seli located?
Seli village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seli?
Seli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Seli?
The pincode of Seli is 263622.
What is the population of Seli?
Seli has a total population of 170, including 75 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Seli?
There are 41 households in Seli.
What is the literacy rate in Seli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seli is 60.59%. Male literacy is 74.67% and female literacy is 49.47%.