Selihat - Garud, Bageshwar
Selihat is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Malde serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selihat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selihat is 051382. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.93 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Selihat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Selihat
As per Census 2011, Selihat village has a total population of 49 people, consisting of 19 males and 30 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,578 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 14 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selihat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Selihat
Selihat 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 Selihat
Selihat 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 Bageshwar to Selihat is about 24 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 Selihat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selihat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Selihat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selihat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Selihat
Where is Selihat located?
Selihat village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selihat?
The Gram Panchayat of Selihat is Malde.
What is the pincode of Selihat?
The pincode of Selihat is 263641.
What is the population of Selihat?
Selihat has a total population of 49, including 19 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Selihat?
There are 8 households in Selihat.
What is the literacy rate in Selihat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selihat is 71.43%. Male literacy is 73.68% and female literacy is 70.00%.