Selabhawar Meharsingh - Haldwani, Nainital
Selabhawar Meharsingh is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Jagatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selabhawar Meharsingh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selabhawar Meharsingh is 055224. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.52 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Selabhawar Meharsingh 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 Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selabhawar Meharsingh
According to the 2011 Census, Selabhawar Meharsingh village had a total population of 163 people, including 77 males and 86 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,117 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.14%, with male literacy at 85.07% and female literacy at 75.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 163 | 77 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Selabhawar Meharsingh
Selabhawar Meharsingh 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 Selabhawar Meharsingh
Public transport in the Selabhawar Meharsingh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Selabhawar Meharsingh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Selabhawar Meharsingh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Selabhawar Meharsingh is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selabhawar Meharsingh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selabhawar Meharsingh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Selabhawar Meharsingh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selabhawar Meharsingh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Selabhawar Meharsingh
Where is Selabhawar Meharsingh located?
Selabhawar Meharsingh village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Selabhawar Meharsingh?
The Gram Panchayat of Selabhawar Meharsingh is Jagatpur.
What is the pincode of Selabhawar Meharsingh?
The pincode of Selabhawar Meharsingh is 263139.
What is the population of Selabhawar Meharsingh?
Selabhawar Meharsingh had a total population of 163, including 77 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Selabhawar Meharsingh?
Selabhawar Meharsingh had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selabhawar Meharsingh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selabhawar Meharsingh was 80.14%. Male literacy was 85.07% and female literacy was 75.68%.