Sem - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Sem is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sem is 041463. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.44 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sem
According to the 2011 Census, Sem village had a total population of 373 people, including 180 males and 193 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.40%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 74.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 373 | 180 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 59 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 147 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 33 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Sem
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 Sem
Sem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Sem is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sem is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sem 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 Sem
Where is Sem located?
Sem village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sem?
Sem is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sem?
The pincode of Sem is 246444.
What is the population of Sem?
Sem had a total population of 373, including 180 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Sem?
Sem had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sem was 85.40%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 74.85%.