Sela Chital - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Sela Chital is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baniya Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sela Chital village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sela Chital is 048946. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.91 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Sela Chital village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sela Chital
According to the 2011 Census, Sela Chital village had a total population of 64 people, including 35 males and 29 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.79%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 59.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
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 | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Sela Chital
Sela Chital 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 Chital
Sela Chital is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sela Chital is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sela Chital is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sela Chital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sela Chital 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 Sela Chital
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 Chital 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 Sela Chital
Where is Sela Chital located?
Sela Chital village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sela Chital?
The Gram Panchayat of Sela Chital is Baniya Gaon.
What is the pincode of Sela Chital?
The pincode of Sela Chital is 262554.
What is the population of Sela Chital?
Sela Chital had a total population of 64, including 35 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Sela Chital?
Sela Chital had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sela Chital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sela Chital was 76.79%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 59.26%.