Sem - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Sem is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Sem village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sem is 042714. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.57 hectares and falls under the 246421 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Rudraprayag 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 291 people, including 134 males and 157 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.31%, with male literacy at 93.16% and female literacy at 69.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 291 | 134 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 25 | 58 |
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 >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 Rudraprayag to Sem is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sem
Where is Sem located?
Sem village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag 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 246421.
What is the population of Sem?
Sem had a total population of 291, including 134 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Sem?
Sem had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sem was 80.31%. Male literacy was 93.16% and female literacy was 69.72%.