Sela - Bageshwar
Sela is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Choura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sela is 051069. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.4 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sela
As per Census 2011, Sela village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 116 males and 119 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 116 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 109 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 85 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Sela
Sela 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 Sela
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sela.
| 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 Bageshwar to Sela is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sela 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 Sela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sela 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 Sela
Where is Sela located?
Sela village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sela is Choura.
What is the pincode of Sela?
The pincode of Sela is 263642.
What is the population of Sela?
Sela has a total population of 235, including 116 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Sela?
There are 40 households in Sela.
What is the literacy rate in Sela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sela is 67.66%. Male literacy is 73.28% and female literacy is 62.18%.