Sela Village - 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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sela
As per Census 2011, Sela village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 114 males and 97 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sela are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 211, including 114 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Sela?
There are 63 households in Sela.
What is the literacy rate in Sela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sela is 69.19%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 55.67%.