Sela - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Sela is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sela is 049085. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.06 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sela
According to the 2011 Census, Sela village had a total population of 211 people, including 114 males and 97 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.02%, with male literacy at 93.88% and female literacy at 67.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 92 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 22 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Sela
Sela 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 Sela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sela.
| 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 Dharchula to Sela is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sela is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sela 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sela
Where is Sela located?
Sela village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sela?
Sela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sela?
The pincode of Sela is 262545.
What is the population of Sela?
Sela had a total population of 211, including 114 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Sela?
Sela had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sela was 82.02%. Male literacy was 93.88% and female literacy was 67.50%.