Semri - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Semri is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Rupwalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semri is 216372. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Semri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Semri
As per Census 2011, Semri village has a total population of 1,537 people, consisting of 767 males and 770 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 588 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,537 | 767 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,167 | 580 | 587 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 548 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 219 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Semri
Semri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarpharwa | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Baswaria | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Tara | South | 1.53 km |
| Dumri | North | 1.57 km |
| Sithi | West | 1.60 km |
| Rupaulia | East | 2.33 km |
| Dih Jagarnathpur | West | 2.38 km |
| Jamhauli | North | 2.50 km |
| Bajni | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Harkatwa | North-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semri
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Semri. The nearest railway station is Gawnaha, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Semri is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Semri is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semri 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 Semri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semri 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 Semri
Where is Semri located?
Semri village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semri?
The Gram Panchayat of Semri is Rupwalia.
What is the pincode of Semri?
The pincode of Semri is 845455.
What is the population of Semri?
Semri has a total population of 1,537, including 767 males and 770 females.
How many households are there in Semri?
There are 270 households in Semri.
What is the literacy rate in Semri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semri is 61.74%. Male literacy is 71.45% and female literacy is 52.08%.