Semri - Belthara Road, Ballia
Semri is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Semri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semri is 197775. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.27 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Semri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semri
As per Census 2011, Semri village has a total population of 1,702 people, consisting of 864 males and 838 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,129 literate and 573 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,702 | 864 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 116 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 128 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 651 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 573 | 213 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Semri
Semri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahirupur | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Govindpur Dugauli | South-East | 1.05 km |
| Saryan | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 1.34 km |
| Ismailpur Dhadhila | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Mampur Mahdeva | North | 1.58 km |
| Udhran | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Mohammadpur | West | 1.73 km |
| Lohta Pachdaura | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Ismailpur Udhran | South-West | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Semri
Semri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gobindpur Dugli, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Semri is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Semri is about 65 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 Semri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Semri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Semri
Where is Semri located?
Semri village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semri?
Semri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semri?
The pincode of Semri is 221716.
What is the population of Semri?
Semri has a total population of 1,702, including 864 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Semri?
There are 245 households in Semri.
What is the literacy rate in Semri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semri is 66.33%. Male literacy is 75.35% and female literacy is 57.04%.