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
According to the 2011 Census, Sema village had a total population of 352 people, including 152 males and 200 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.21%, with male literacy at 82.40% and female literacy at 51.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31.
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 | 352 | 152 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 352, including 152 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Sema?
Sema had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sema?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sema was 64.21%. Male literacy was 82.40% and female literacy was 51.15%.