Semwal Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Semwal Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 32 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Semwalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Semwal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Semwal Gaon is 043856. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.4 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Semwal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Semwal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Semwal Gaon village had a total population of 69 people, including 30 males and 39 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.27%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 62.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 7 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Semwal Gaon
Semwal Gaon 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 Semwal Gaon
Public transport in the Semwal Gaon is mainly available through shared van 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 Chamba to Semwal Gaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Semwal Gaon is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Semwal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Semwal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Semwal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Semwal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Semwal Gaon
Where is Semwal Gaon located?
Semwal Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Semwal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Semwal Gaon is Semwalgaon.
What is the pincode of Semwal Gaon?
The pincode of Semwal Gaon is 249001.
What is the population of Semwal Gaon?
Semwal Gaon had a total population of 69, including 30 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Semwal Gaon?
Semwal Gaon had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Semwal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Semwal Gaon was 76.27%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 62.86%.