Sem - Pokhari, Chamoli
Sem is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sem is 041183. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.64 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sem
According to the 2011 Census, Sem village had a total population of 156 people, including 78 males and 78 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.40%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 69.01%.
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 | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 8 | 29 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nandprayag to Sem is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sem is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sem
Where is Sem located?
Sem village is located in Pokhari 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 246449.
What is the population of Sem?
Sem had a total population of 156, including 78 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Sem?
Sem had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sem was 84.40%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 69.01%.