Semalpada - Petlawad, Jhabua
Semalpada is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Salunia Bada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semalpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semalpada is 504240. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.91 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Semalpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Semalpada
According to the 2011 Census, Semalpada village had a total population of 166 people, including 88 males and 78 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.06%, with male literacy at 47.14% and female literacy at 28.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 88 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 33 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 55 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Semalpada
Semalpada 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 Semalpada
Semalpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Semalpada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Semalpada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semalpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semalpada 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 Semalpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semalpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Semalpada
Where is Semalpada located?
Semalpada village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Semalpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Semalpada is Salunia Bada.
What is the pincode of Semalpada?
The pincode of Semalpada is 457775.
What is the population of Semalpada?
Semalpada had a total population of 166, including 88 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Semalpada?
Semalpada had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semalpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semalpada was 38.06%. Male literacy was 47.14% and female literacy was 28.13%.