Sella Malla - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Sella Malla is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 134 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baniya Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sella Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sella Malla is 048948. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.45 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Sella Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sella Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Sella Malla village had a total population of 101 people, including 41 males and 60 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,463 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
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 | 101 | 41 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 4 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 6 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Sella Malla
Sella Malla 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 Sella Malla
Sella Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Sella Malla is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Sella Malla is about 134 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sella Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sella Malla 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 Sella Malla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sella Malla 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 Sella Malla
Where is Sella Malla located?
Sella Malla village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sella Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Sella Malla is Baniya Gaon.
What is the pincode of Sella Malla?
The pincode of Sella Malla is 262554.
What is the population of Sella Malla?
Sella Malla had a total population of 101, including 41 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Sella Malla?
Sella Malla had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sella Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sella Malla was 78.57%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 65.96%.