Semikot - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh

Semikot is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Baramkela and around 63 km from Raigarh. Semikot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Semikot is 435730. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.92 hectares and falls under the 496551 pincode. Baramkela is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.

Semikot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Semikot

According to the 2011 Census, Semikot village had a total population of 609 people, including 299 males and 310 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.66%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 70.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Semikot

Semikot 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Semikot

Semikot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bargarh Road, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramkela to Semikot is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Semikot is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Semikot

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semikot village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Semikot

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semikot village are given below:

FAQs about Semikot