Seeling - Bangapani, Pithoragarh
Seeling is a village situated in the Bangapani tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Munsiari and around 100 km from Pithoragarh. Siling serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seeling village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seeling is 048876. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.18 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Seeling village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Seeling
As per Census 2011, Seeling village has a total population of 321 people, consisting of 160 males and 161 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seeling are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 160 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 108 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 52 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Seeling
Seeling 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 Seeling
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Seeling.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Seeling is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Seeling is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seeling
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seeling 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 Seeling
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seeling 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seeling
Where is Seeling located?
Seeling village is located in Bangapani Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seeling?
The Gram Panchayat of Seeling is Siling.
What is the pincode of Seeling?
The pincode of Seeling is 262555.
What is the population of Seeling?
Seeling has a total population of 321, including 160 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Seeling?
There are 66 households in Seeling.
What is the literacy rate in Seeling?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seeling is 58.26%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 49.07%.