Semthan - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Semthan is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Semthan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semthan is 003626. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.4 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Semthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hom Shali Bugh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semthan
As per Census 2011, Semthan village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,107 males and 1,106 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,107 literate and 1,106 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semthan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,107 | 1,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 158 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 672 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,106 | 435 | 671 |
Nearby Villages of Semthan
Semthan 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 Semthan
Semthan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Semthan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Semthan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Semthan is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semthan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Semthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semthan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Semthan
Where is Semthan located?
Semthan village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semthan?
Semthan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semthan?
The pincode of Semthan is 192124.
What is the population of Semthan?
Semthan has a total population of 2,213, including 1,107 males and 1,106 females.
How many households are there in Semthan?
There are 299 households in Semthan.
What is the literacy rate in Semthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semthan is 50.02%. Male literacy is 60.70% and female literacy is 39.33%.