Semelpali - Belpara, Balangir
Semelpali is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Sihini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semelpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semelpali is 420972. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Kantabanji is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Semelpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semelpali
As per Census 2011, Semelpali village has a total population of 588 people, consisting of 302 males and 286 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 343 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semelpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 302 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 343 | 212 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 90 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Semelpali
Semelpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padampur | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Sihini | East | 1.76 km |
| Tanla | West | 2.34 km |
| Bahabal | South | 3.09 km |
| Bhatapara | East | 3.15 km |
| Katapali | East | 3.31 km |
| Belpara | North | 3.57 km |
| Nunhad | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Khairmal | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Suanbahal | South-West | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semelpali
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Semelpali. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kantabanji to Semelpali is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Semelpali is about 70 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 Semelpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semelpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Semelpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semelpali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Semelpali
Where is Semelpali located?
Semelpali village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semelpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Semelpali is Sihini.
What is the pincode of Semelpali?
The pincode of Semelpali is 767026.
What is the population of Semelpali?
Semelpali has a total population of 588, including 302 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Semelpali?
There are 154 households in Semelpali.
What is the literacy rate in Semelpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semelpali is 58.33%. Male literacy is 70.20% and female literacy is 45.80%.