Semalia - Petlawad, Jhabua
Semalia is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Semalia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semalia is 504442. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.29 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Semalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Semalia
As per Census 2011, Semalia village has a total population of 1,085 people, consisting of 551 males and 534 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 764 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 873 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,085 | 551 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 873 | 436 | 437 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 221 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 330 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Semalia
Semalia 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nadatod | East | 1.61 km |
| Todi | West | 1.63 km |
| Deoli | South | 2.54 km |
| Kallu Khodari | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Semalghata | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Kamalpura | North | 3.03 km |
| Kumbha Khedi | North | 3.06 km |
| Umarkot | West | 3.51 km |
| Paledi | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Jhaknawada | North-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semalia
Semalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Petlawad to Semalia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Semalia 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 Semalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Semalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Semalia
Where is Semalia located?
Semalia village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semalia?
Semalia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semalia?
The pincode of Semalia is 457775.
What is the population of Semalia?
Semalia has a total population of 1,085, including 551 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Semalia?
There are 199 households in Semalia.
What is the literacy rate in Semalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semalia is 29.59%. Male literacy is 40.11% and female literacy is 18.73%.