Semaldodi - Usur, Bijapur
Semaldodi is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Semaldodi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semaldodi is 450876. The village covers a total geographical area of 2961.11 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Semaldodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semaldodi
As per Census 2011, Semaldodi village has a total population of 926 people, consisting of 459 males and 467 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 796 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semaldodi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 | 459 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 796 | 391 | 405 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 223 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 236 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Semaldodi
Semaldodi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chintakonta | North-East | 4.86 km |
| Aawapalli | East | 5.00 km |
| Ilmidi | North-West | 5.06 km |
| Perampalli | South | 5.23 km |
| Dugaiguda | North-East | 7.68 km |
| Lankapalli | North-West | 7.68 km |
| Usur | South-East | 7.83 km |
| Penkram | North | 7.95 km |
| Chatlapalli | South-East | 9.55 km |
| Murdanda | East | 9.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semaldodi
Semaldodi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dantewada to Semaldodi is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Semaldodi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semaldodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semaldodi 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 Semaldodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semaldodi 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 Semaldodi
Where is Semaldodi located?
Semaldodi village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semaldodi?
Semaldodi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semaldodi?
The pincode of Semaldodi is 494447.
What is the population of Semaldodi?
Semaldodi has a total population of 926, including 459 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Semaldodi?
There are 211 households in Semaldodi.
What is the literacy rate in Semaldodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semaldodi is 33.80%. Male literacy is 48.58% and female literacy is 19.27%.