Sheel - Barakot, Champawat
Sheel is a village situated in the Barakot tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Lohaghat and around 42 km from Champawat. Seel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheel is 054214. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.7 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sheel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sheel
According to the 2011 Census, Sheel village had a total population of 227 people, including 99 males and 128 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,293 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.21%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 73.87%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 99 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 68 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 31 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Sheel
Sheel 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 Sheel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sheel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Lohaghat to Sheel is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Sheel is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheel 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 Sheel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheel 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sheel
Where is Sheel located?
Sheel village is located in Barakot Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sheel?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheel is Seel.
What is the pincode of Sheel?
The pincode of Sheel is 262523.
What is the population of Sheel?
Sheel had a total population of 227, including 99 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Sheel?
Sheel had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheel was 80.21%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 73.87%.