Seli - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Seli is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Gweer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seli is 049725. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.39 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Seli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seli
As per Census 2011, Seli village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 81 males and 85 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 81 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 61 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 20 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Seli
Seli 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 Seli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Seli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Seli is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Seli 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 Seli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seli 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 Seli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seli 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 Seli
Where is Seli located?
Seli village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Seli?
The Gram Panchayat of Seli is Gweer.
What is the pincode of Seli?
The pincode of Seli is 262531.
What is the population of Seli?
Seli has a total population of 166, including 81 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Seli?
There are 43 households in Seli.
What is the literacy rate in Seli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seli is 62.65%. Male literacy is 75.31% and female literacy is 50.59%.