Sema - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Sema is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Ghansali and around 98 km from New Tehri. Sema Dhung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sema village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sema is 042936. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.9 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 98 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 Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sema
As per Census 2011, Sema village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 152 males and 200 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,315 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sema are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 152 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 49 | 111 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sema
Sema is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Sema is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Sema is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sema
Where is Sema located?
Sema village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sema?
The Gram Panchayat of Sema is Sema Dhung.
What is the pincode of Sema?
The pincode of Sema is 249125.
What is the population of Sema?
Sema has a total population of 352, including 152 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Sema?
There are 83 households in Sema.
What is the literacy rate in Sema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sema is 54.55%. Male literacy is 67.76% and female literacy is 44.50%.