Badiya Sem - Gairsain, Chamoli
Badiya Sem is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Silanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badiya Sem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badiya Sem is 041988. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.71 hectares and falls under the 246428 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Badiya Sem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badiya Sem
As per Census 2011, Badiya Sem village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 162 males and 216 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badiya Sem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 162 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 125 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 37 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Badiya Sem
Badiya Sem 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 Badiya Sem
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Badiya Sem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Badiya Sem is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Badiya Sem is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badiya Sem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badiya Sem 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 Badiya Sem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badiya Sem 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 Badiya Sem
Where is Badiya Sem located?
Badiya Sem village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badiya Sem?
The Gram Panchayat of Badiya Sem is Silanga.
What is the pincode of Badiya Sem?
The pincode of Badiya Sem is 246428.
What is the population of Badiya Sem?
Badiya Sem has a total population of 378, including 162 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Badiya Sem?
There are 75 households in Badiya Sem.
What is the literacy rate in Badiya Sem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badiya Sem is 66.40%. Male literacy is 77.16% and female literacy is 58.33%.