Semra - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Semra is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Geer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semra is 503551. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.11 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Semra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semra
As per Census 2011, Semra village has a total population of 982 people, consisting of 498 males and 484 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 207 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 867 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 498 | 484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 104 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 52 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 867 | 445 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 233 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 265 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Semra
Semra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasarai | South | 2.12 km |
| Godawar | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Geer | West | 2.95 km |
| Pidariya | East | 4.54 km |
| Judwar | South | 4.66 km |
| Pachuar | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Sagnara | North-East | 5.22 km |
| Sundar | North-West | 5.37 km |
| Saraha | South-West | 5.69 km |
| Dala | East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semra
Public transport in the Semra is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gondwali, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.0 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 Singrauli to Semra is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semra 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 Semra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Semra
Where is Semra located?
Semra village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semra?
The Gram Panchayat of Semra is Geer.
What is the pincode of Semra?
The pincode of Semra is 486882.
What is the population of Semra?
Semra has a total population of 982, including 498 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Semra?
There are 186 households in Semra.
What is the literacy rate in Semra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semra is 38.49%. Male literacy is 46.79% and female literacy is 29.96%.