Selsiya - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Selsiya is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Nathunagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selsiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selsiya is 055507. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.65 hectares and falls under the 263159 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Selsiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Selsiya
According to the 2011 Census, Selsiya village had a total population of 274 people, including 140 males and 134 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.14%, with male literacy at 91.82% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 274 | 140 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 101 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 39 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Selsiya
Selsiya 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 Selsiya
Selsiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Selsiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Selsiya is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Selsiya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selsiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selsiya 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 Selsiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selsiya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Selsiya
Where is Selsiya located?
Selsiya village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selsiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Selsiya is Nathunagar.
What is the pincode of Selsiya?
The pincode of Selsiya is 263159.
What is the population of Selsiya?
Selsiya had a total population of 274, including 140 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Selsiya?
Selsiya had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selsiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selsiya was 84.14%. Male literacy was 91.82% and female literacy was 76.92%.