Selipakh - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Selipakh is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Saily Pak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Selipakh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selipakh is 049800. The village covers a total geographical area of 274.19 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Selipakh 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selipakh
According to the 2011 Census, Selipakh village had a total population of 488 people, including 229 males and 259 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.73%, with male literacy at 95.68% and female literacy at 68.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 314.
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 | 488 | 229 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 44 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 146 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 177 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 52 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Selipakh
Selipakh 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 Selipakh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Selipakh.
| 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 Selipakh is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Selipakh is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selipakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selipakh 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 Selipakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selipakh 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Selipakh
Where is Selipakh located?
Selipakh village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Selipakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Selipakh is Saily Pak.
What is the pincode of Selipakh?
The pincode of Selipakh is 262534.
What is the population of Selipakh?
Selipakh had a total population of 488, including 229 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Selipakh?
Selipakh had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Selipakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selipakh was 80.73%. Male literacy was 95.68% and female literacy was 68.44%.