Semarkachhar - Pali, Korba
Semarkachhar is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Khairadooban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semarkachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semarkachhar is 436216. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 495449 pincode. Pali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Semarkachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semarkachhar
According to the 2011 Census, Semarkachhar village had a total population of 536 people, including 261 males and 275 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.51%, with male literacy at 89.24% and female literacy at 60.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 511.
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 | 536 | 261 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 511 | 251 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 199 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 62 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Semarkachhar
Semarkachhar 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 Semarkachhar
Semarkachhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pali to Semarkachhar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Semarkachhar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semarkachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semarkachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Semarkachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semarkachhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Semarkachhar
Where is Semarkachhar located?
Semarkachhar village is located in Pali Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semarkachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Semarkachhar is Khairadooban.
What is the pincode of Semarkachhar?
The pincode of Semarkachhar is 495449.
What is the population of Semarkachhar?
Semarkachhar had a total population of 536, including 261 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Semarkachhar?
Semarkachhar had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semarkachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semarkachhar was 74.51%. Male literacy was 89.24% and female literacy was 60.59%.