Semalda - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Semalda is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Jalkota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semalda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semalda is 476920. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.52 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Semalda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Semalda
As per Census 2011, Semalda village has a total population of 713 people, consisting of 362 males and 351 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semalda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 713 | 362 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 244 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 118 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Semalda
Semalda 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 Semalda
Semalda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Semalda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Semalda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Semalda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semalda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semalda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Semalda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semalda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Semalda
Where is Semalda located?
Semalda village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semalda?
The Gram Panchayat of Semalda is Jalkota.
What is the pincode of Semalda?
The pincode of Semalda is 451224.
What is the population of Semalda?
Semalda has a total population of 713, including 362 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Semalda?
There are 171 households in Semalda.
What is the literacy rate in Semalda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semalda is 59.47%. Male literacy is 67.40% and female literacy is 51.28%.