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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sema village has a total population of 549 people, consisting of 263 males and 286 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 376 literate and 173 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sema are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 549 | 263 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 110 | 116 |
| 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 has a total population of 549, including 263 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Sema?
There are 119 households in Sema.
What is the literacy rate in Sema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sema is 68.49%. Male literacy is 80.61% and female literacy is 57.34%.