Selur - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Selur is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 39 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Selur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selur is 043852. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.88 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Selur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Selur
As per Census 2011, Selur village has a total population of 211 people, consisting of 102 males and 109 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 136 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 102 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 30 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Selur
Selur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Narsingh Dhar | South | 0.92 km |
| Churerna | North | 0.95 km |
| Maseth | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Gangwan Gaon | East | 1.21 km |
| Salampur | South | 1.59 km |
| Koti Rautelu Ki | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Gagar Gaon | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Uppu Malla | North-East | 2.03 km |
| Indar | East | 2.06 km |
| Paliyan | North | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Selur
Selur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Selur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Selur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Selur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Selur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Selur 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 Selur
Where is Selur located?
Selur village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Selur?
Selur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Selur?
The pincode of Selur is 249001.
What is the population of Selur?
Selur has a total population of 211, including 102 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Selur?
There are 46 households in Selur.
What is the literacy rate in Selur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selur is 64.45%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 58.72%.