Semalaya - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Semalaya is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Semliya F.v. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semalaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semalaya is 505654. The village covers a total geographical area of 1993.78 hectares and falls under the 450116 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Semalaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semalaya
According to the 2011 Census, Semalaya village had a total population of 1,020 people, including 511 males and 509 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.72%, with male literacy at 60.80% and female literacy at 26.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 996.
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 | 1,020 | 511 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 113 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 996 | 495 | 501 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 242 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 269 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Semalaya
Semalaya 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 Semalaya
Semalaya 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Semalaya is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Semalaya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semalaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semalaya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Semalaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semalaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Semalaya
Where is Semalaya located?
Semalaya village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semalaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Semalaya is Semliya F.v..
What is the pincode of Semalaya?
The pincode of Semalaya is 450116.
What is the population of Semalaya?
Semalaya had a total population of 1,020, including 511 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Semalaya?
Semalaya had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semalaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semalaya was 43.72%. Male literacy was 60.80% and female literacy was 26.63%.