Sema - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Sema is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Sema village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sema is 042673. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.35 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sema 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 Sema
According to the 2011 Census, Sema village had a total population of 549 people, including 263 males and 286 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,087 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.83%, with male literacy at 96.36% and female literacy at 63.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226.
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 | 549 | 263 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 110 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 212 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 51 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Sema
Sema 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 Sema
Public transport in the Sema is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Sema is about 15 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 Sema
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sema 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sema
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sema 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sema
Where is Sema located?
Sema village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sema?
Sema is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sema?
The pincode of Sema is 246475.
What is the population of Sema?
Sema had a total population of 549, including 263 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Sema?
Sema had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sema was 78.83%. Male literacy was 96.36% and female literacy was 63.81%.