Shelakhet - Dhari, Nainital
Shelakhet is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sunkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shelakhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shelakhet is 054991. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.75 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Shelakhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Shelakhet
According to the 2011 Census, Shelakhet village had a total population of 119 people, including 61 males and 58 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.41%, with male literacy at 98.04% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Shelakhet
Shelakhet 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 Shelakhet
Public transport in the Shelakhet is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Shelakhet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Shelakhet is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Shelakhet is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shelakhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shelakhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shelakhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shelakhet 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 Shelakhet
Where is Shelakhet located?
Shelakhet village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shelakhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Shelakhet is Sunkot.
What is the pincode of Shelakhet?
The pincode of Shelakhet is 263132.
What is the population of Shelakhet?
Shelakhet had a total population of 119, including 61 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Shelakhet?
Shelakhet had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shelakhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shelakhet was 86.41%. Male literacy was 98.04% and female literacy was 75.00%.