Semarla - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Semarla is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Semarla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semarla is 476714. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.59 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Semarla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semarla
As per Census 2011, Semarla village has a total population of 1,571 people, consisting of 781 males and 790 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,031 literate and 540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 296 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semarla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,571 | 781 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 113 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 156 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 574 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 207 | 333 |
Nearby Villages of Semarla
Semarla 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 Semarla
Semarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Semarla.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Semarla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Semarla 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 Semarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semarla 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 Semarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semarla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Semarla
Where is Semarla located?
Semarla village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semarla?
Semarla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semarla?
The pincode of Semarla is 451115.
What is the population of Semarla?
Semarla has a total population of 1,571, including 781 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Semarla?
There are 345 households in Semarla.
What is the literacy rate in Semarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semarla is 65.63%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 57.85%.