Semaura - Kandi, Garhwa
Semaura is a village situated in the Kandi subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Sarkoni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semaura is 347263. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.87 hectares and falls under the 822120 pincode. Kandi is the nearest town.
Semaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palamau Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semaura
According to the 2011 Census, Semaura village had a total population of 1,108 people, including 567 males and 541 females, living in 227 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.86%, with male literacy at 86.29% and female literacy at 64.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256.
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 | 1,108 | 567 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 428 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 139 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Semaura
Semaura 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 Semaura
Public transport in the Semaura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Garhwa to Semaura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Semaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semaura 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 Semaura
Where is Semaura located?
Semaura village is located in Kandi Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Semaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Semaura is Sarkoni.
What is the pincode of Semaura?
The pincode of Semaura is 822120.
What is the population of Semaura?
Semaura had a total population of 1,108, including 567 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Semaura?
Semaura had 227 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semaura was 75.86%. Male literacy was 86.29% and female literacy was 64.73%.