Selagarhi - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Selagarhi is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Baerati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selagarhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selagarhi is 052029. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.21 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Selagarhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Selagarhi
As per Census 2011, Selagarhi village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 49 males and 38 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 775 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 66 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selagarhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 42 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Selagarhi
Selagarhi 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 Selagarhi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Selagarhi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Selagarhi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Selagarhi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selagarhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selagarhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Selagarhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selagarhi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Selagarhi
Where is Selagarhi located?
Selagarhi village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selagarhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Selagarhi is Baerati.
What is the pincode of Selagarhi?
The pincode of Selagarhi is 263653.
What is the population of Selagarhi?
Selagarhi has a total population of 87, including 49 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Selagarhi?
There are 24 households in Selagarhi.
What is the literacy rate in Selagarhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selagarhi is 75.86%. Male literacy is 85.71% and female literacy is 63.16%.