Semaltha - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Semaltha is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 77 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Semaltha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semaltha is 042965. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.53 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Semaltha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semaltha
According to the 2011 Census, Semaltha village had a total population of 215 people, including 104 males and 111 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.72%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 57.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) 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 | 215 | 104 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 22 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Semaltha
Semaltha 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 Semaltha
Semaltha 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 Semaltha is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Semaltha is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semaltha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semaltha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Semaltha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semaltha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Semaltha
Where is Semaltha located?
Semaltha village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semaltha?
Semaltha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Semaltha?
The pincode of Semaltha is 249155.
What is the population of Semaltha?
Semaltha had a total population of 215, including 104 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Semaltha?
Semaltha had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semaltha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semaltha was 71.72%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 57.69%.