Semartal - Bilaspur
Semartal is a village situated in the Bilaspur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Bilaspur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Semartal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semartal is 438741. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.73 hectares and falls under the 495009 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Semartal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semartal
As per Census 2011, Semartal village has a total population of 3,770 people, consisting of 1,925 males and 1,845 females. The village has 742 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 623 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,383 literate and 1,387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,656 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semartal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,770 | 1,925 | 1,845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 623 | 319 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,656 | 835 | 821 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,383 | 1,411 | 972 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,387 | 514 | 873 |
Nearby Villages of Semartal
Semartal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhadoriyakhar | West | 1.82 km |
| Jalso | North | 2.58 km |
| Gatauri | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Paunsara | East | 3.39 km |
| Sendri | West | 3.79 km |
| Parsaudi | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Baima | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Birkoni | South | 4.42 km |
| Nawgawa | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Semra | North | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semartal
Semartal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghutku, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bilaspur to Semartal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semartal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semartal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Semartal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semartal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Semartal
Where is Semartal located?
Semartal village is located in Bilaspur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semartal?
Semartal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semartal?
The pincode of Semartal is 495009.
What is the population of Semartal?
Semartal has a total population of 3,770, including 1,925 males and 1,845 females.
How many households are there in Semartal?
There are 742 households in Semartal.
What is the literacy rate in Semartal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semartal is 63.21%. Male literacy is 73.30% and female literacy is 52.68%.