Garh Semara - Garhakota, Sagar
Garh Semara is a village situated in the Garhakota tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhakota and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Mahuwa Semara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garh Semara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garh Semara is 461061. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.75 hectares and falls under the 470232 pincode. Garhakota is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Garh Semara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garh Semara
According to the 2011 Census, Garh Semara village had a total population of 202 people, including 95 males and 107 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.25%, with male literacy at 63.77% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 202 | 95 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 51 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Garh Semara
Garh Semara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chainpura | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Bilkhadara | West | 3.98 km |
| Boma | East | 4.21 km |
| Deowalpani | South | 4.24 km |
| Baleh | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Kanmadh | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Tal Semara | West | 5.11 km |
| Bamnoda | North | 5.31 km |
| Khumeriya | North | 5.33 km |
| Mahuwa Semara | West | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garh Semara
Public transport in the Garh Semara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aslana, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garhakota to Garh Semara is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Garh Semara is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garh Semara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garh Semara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garh Semara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garh Semara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Garh Semara
Where is Garh Semara located?
Garh Semara village is located in Garhakota Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garh Semara?
The Gram Panchayat of Garh Semara is Mahuwa Semara.
What is the pincode of Garh Semara?
The pincode of Garh Semara is 470232.
What is the population of Garh Semara?
Garh Semara had a total population of 202, including 95 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Garh Semara?
Garh Semara had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garh Semara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garh Semara was 62.25%. Male literacy was 63.77% and female literacy was 60.98%.