Semli Shankar - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Semli Shankar is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Semli Shankar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semli Shankar is 469438. The village covers a total geographical area of 661.02 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Semli Shankar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semli Shankar
As per Census 2011, Semli Shankar village has a total population of 1,071 people, consisting of 551 males and 520 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semli Shankar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,071 | 551 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 88 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 267 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 351 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 200 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Semli Shankar
Semli Shankar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banskhedi | South | 1.42 km |
| Makdawan | North | 1.75 km |
| Borwani | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Salariya | South | 3.14 km |
| Nariya Khurd | East | 3.34 km |
| Junapani Dhoranya | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Barkheda Rathaur | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Dhablagujar | North | 3.63 km |
| Kothadi Akha | East | 4.01 km |
| Kherkheda | East | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semli Shankar
Semli Shankar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamgarh to Semli Shankar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Semli Shankar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semli Shankar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semli Shankar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Semli Shankar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semli Shankar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Semli Shankar
Where is Semli Shankar located?
Semli Shankar village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semli Shankar?
Semli Shankar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semli Shankar?
The pincode of Semli Shankar is 458883.
What is the population of Semli Shankar?
Semli Shankar has a total population of 1,071, including 551 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Semli Shankar?
There are 213 households in Semli Shankar.
What is the literacy rate in Semli Shankar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semli Shankar is 49.39%. Male literacy is 63.70% and female literacy is 34.23%.