Seelkuna - Garud, Bageshwar
Seelkuna is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Garkhet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seelkuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seelkuna is 051362. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.7 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Seelkuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Seelkuna
As per Census 2011, Seelkuna village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 64 males and 80 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 37 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seelkuna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 64 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Seelkuna
Seelkuna 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 Seelkuna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Seelkuna.
| 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 Seelkuna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seelkuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seelkuna 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Seelkuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seelkuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seelkuna
Where is Seelkuna located?
Seelkuna village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seelkuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Seelkuna is Garkhet.
What is the pincode of Seelkuna?
The pincode of Seelkuna is 263641.
What is the population of Seelkuna?
Seelkuna has a total population of 144, including 64 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Seelkuna?
There are 30 households in Seelkuna.
What is the literacy rate in Seelkuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seelkuna is 74.31%. Male literacy is 81.25% and female literacy is 68.75%.