Selta Chapar - Jainti, Almora
Selta Chapar is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Selta Chapar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selta Chapar is 053498. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.15 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Selta Chapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Selta Chapar
As per Census 2011, Selta Chapar village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 170 males and 199 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selta Chapar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 170 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 120 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 50 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Selta Chapar
Selta Chapar 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 Selta Chapar
Selta Chapar 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 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 Almora to Selta Chapar is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selta Chapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selta Chapar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Selta Chapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selta Chapar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Selta Chapar
Where is Selta Chapar located?
Selta Chapar village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selta Chapar?
Selta Chapar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Selta Chapar?
The pincode of Selta Chapar is 263626.
What is the population of Selta Chapar?
Selta Chapar has a total population of 369, including 170 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Selta Chapar?
There are 81 households in Selta Chapar.
What is the literacy rate in Selta Chapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selta Chapar is 56.37%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 44.22%.