Semara - Harraiya, Basti
Semara is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Semara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semara is 179184. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.2 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Semara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semara
As per Census 2011, Semara village has a total population of 1,004 people, consisting of 485 males and 519 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 436 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Semara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,004 | 485 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 90 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 436 | 204 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 327 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 158 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Semara
Semara 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 Semara
Public transport in the Semara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Semara.
| 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 Basti to Semara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semara 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 Semara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semara 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 Semara
Where is Semara located?
Semara village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semara?
Semara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semara?
The pincode of Semara is 272131.
What is the population of Semara?
Semara has a total population of 1,004, including 485 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Semara?
There are 154 households in Semara.
What is the literacy rate in Semara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semara is 55.88%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 45.09%.