Semelmunda - Loisinga, Balangir
Semelmunda is a village situated in the Loisinga tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loisinga and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Hirapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semelmunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semelmunda is 419960. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 767020 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Semelmunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semelmunda
According to the 2011 Census, Semelmunda village had a total population of 779 people, including 409 males and 370 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.65%, with male literacy at 79.32% and female literacy at 55.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 470.
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 | 779 | 409 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 470 | 252 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 280 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 129 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Semelmunda
Semelmunda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Semelmunda
Semelmunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Semelmunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Balangir to Semelmunda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Semelmunda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semelmunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semelmunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Semelmunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semelmunda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Semelmunda
Where is Semelmunda located?
Semelmunda village is located in Loisinga Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Semelmunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Semelmunda is Hirapur.
What is the pincode of Semelmunda?
The pincode of Semelmunda is 767020.
What is the population of Semelmunda?
Semelmunda had a total population of 779, including 409 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Semelmunda?
Semelmunda had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semelmunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semelmunda was 67.65%. Male literacy was 79.32% and female literacy was 55.05%.