Semer - Kashipur, Rayagada
Semer is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semer village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semer is 425963. The village covers a total geographical area of 8 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Semer village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semer
As per Census 2011, Semer village has a total population of 74 people, consisting of 33 males and 41 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,242 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semer are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 33 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 31 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Semer
Semer 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 Semer
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Semer.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Semer is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Semer is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semer
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semer 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 Semer
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semer 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 Semer
Where is Semer located?
Semer village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semer?
The Gram Panchayat of Semer is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Semer?
The pincode of Semer is 765015.
What is the population of Semer?
Semer has a total population of 74, including 33 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Semer?
There are 19 households in Semer.
What is the literacy rate in Semer?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semer is 4.05%. Male literacy is 6.06% and female literacy is 2.44%.