Semal Kanya - Dhari, Nainital
Semal Kanya is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Simal Kanya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semal Kanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semal Kanya is 054996. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.1 hectares and falls under the 263132 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Semal Kanya 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 Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semal Kanya
According to the 2011 Census, Semal Kanya village had a total population of 89 people, including 43 males and 46 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.53%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 51.22%.
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 | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Semal Kanya
Semal Kanya 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 Semal Kanya
Semal Kanya 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Semal Kanya is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Semal Kanya is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semal Kanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semal Kanya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Semal Kanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semal Kanya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Semal Kanya
Where is Semal Kanya located?
Semal Kanya village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Semal Kanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Semal Kanya is Simal Kanya.
What is the pincode of Semal Kanya?
The pincode of Semal Kanya is 263132.
What is the population of Semal Kanya?
Semal Kanya had a total population of 89, including 43 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Semal Kanya?
Semal Kanya had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semal Kanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semal Kanya was 67.53%. Male literacy was 86.11% and female literacy was 51.22%.