Semijor - Tamnar, Raigarh
Semijor is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Hinjahr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semijor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semijor is 434743. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.5 hectares and falls under the 496107 pincode. Tamnar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Semijor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semijor
According to the 2011 Census, Semijor village had a total population of 346 people, including 179 males and 167 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.59%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 69.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 197.
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 | 346 | 179 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 102 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 142 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 37 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Semijor
Semijor 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 Semijor
Semijor 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tamnar to Semijor is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Semijor is about 75 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 Semijor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semijor 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 Semijor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semijor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Semijor
Where is Semijor located?
Semijor village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Semijor?
The Gram Panchayat of Semijor is Hinjahr.
What is the pincode of Semijor?
The pincode of Semijor is 496107.
What is the population of Semijor?
Semijor had a total population of 346, including 179 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Semijor?
Semijor had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semijor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semijor was 80.59%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 69.59%.