Sheela Lekh - Dhari, Nainital
Sheela Lekh is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sela Lekh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheela Lekh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheela Lekh is 054957. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.39 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sheela Lekh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sheela Lekh
According to the 2011 Census, Sheela Lekh village had a total population of 573 people, including 280 males and 293 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.89%, with male literacy at 98.72% and female literacy at 83.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 198.
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 | 573 | 280 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 231 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 49 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Sheela Lekh
Sheela Lekh 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 Sheela Lekh
Sheela Lekh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Sheela Lekh is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Sheela Lekh is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheela Lekh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheela Lekh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sheela Lekh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheela Lekh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sheela Lekh
Where is Sheela Lekh located?
Sheela Lekh village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sheela Lekh?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheela Lekh is Sela Lekh.
What is the pincode of Sheela Lekh?
The pincode of Sheela Lekh is 263132.
What is the population of Sheela Lekh?
Sheela Lekh had a total population of 573, including 280 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Sheela Lekh?
Sheela Lekh had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sheela Lekh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheela Lekh was 90.89%. Male literacy was 98.72% and female literacy was 83.53%.