Semrighat - Baraily, Raisen
Semrighat is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Semrighat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semrighat is 484495. The village covers a total geographical area of 763.62 hectares and falls under the 464668 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Semrighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semrighat
According to the 2011 Census, Semrighat village had a total population of 1,169 people, including 646 males and 523 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.06%, with male literacy at 69.96% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 323.
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 | 1,169 | 646 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 90 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 178 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 389 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 257 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Semrighat
Semrighat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kiwali | South-West | 1.13 km |
| Bagalwada | East | 2.35 km |
| Motalsir | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Madanpur | South | 2.74 km |
| Dimada | North | 2.86 km |
| Mankapur | West | 4.48 km |
| Bharkachha Khurd | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Bamhorimodi | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Bhatgaon | South | 4.90 km |
| Dhadiya | North | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semrighat
Public transport in the Semrighat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sobhapur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| 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 Baraily to Semrighat is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Semrighat is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semrighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semrighat 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 Semrighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semrighat 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 Semrighat
Where is Semrighat located?
Semrighat village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semrighat?
Semrighat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semrighat?
The pincode of Semrighat is 464668.
What is the population of Semrighat?
Semrighat had a total population of 1,169, including 646 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Semrighat?
Semrighat had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semrighat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semrighat was 61.06%. Male literacy was 69.96% and female literacy was 50.00%.