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Village in Bihar, India
| Semra | |
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| village | |
  SemraLocation in Bihar, IndiaShow map of Bihar SemraSemra (India)Show map of India | |
| Coordinates: 26°29′36″N 84°08′26″E / 26.49333°N 84.14056°E / 26.49333; 84.14056 | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Bihar |
| District | Gopalganj |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.77 km (0.68 sq mi) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 5,247 |
| • Density | 3,000/km (7,700/sq mi) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Bhojpuri, Hindi, English |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 841440 |
| Telephone code | 06156 |
| ISO 3166 code | [[ISO 3166-2 |IN-BR]] |
| Nearest city | Thawe |
| Literacy | 76.74% |
| Lok Sabha constituency | Gopalganj |
Semra is a village in Gopalganj district (near Thawe) of Bihar state, India. Semra is situated to the west and north of Thawe, known for its Thawe Wali Bhawani Maa temple called "Thawe Wali Ma". a significant religious site attracting devotees from various places. Semra is also known for its Ramjanki temple which is the longest in this area and Kali Maa temple in Pashchim Tola, This village is famously known as the Engineers and Teachers Village.
Demographics
As of the 2011 Census, Semra has a population of 5,247 people. The male population is 2,798 and the female population is 2,449. The village spans an area of 177 hectares, resulting in a population density of 30 people per hectare. The literacy rate in Semra is 76.74%, with male literacy at 85.99% and female literacy at 65.94%.
Geography
Semra is situated in the Thawe block of Gopalganj district. It is 3 km from the sub-district headquarters in Thawe and 3 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. The village's coordinates are approximately 26°29′36″N 84°08′26″E.
Economy
The primary occupation in Semra is agriculture, with paddy being the main crop cultivated. The village also has a significant number of engineers and teachers, contributing to the local economy and community development.
Infrastructure
Semra has access to basic infrastructure such as roads connecting it to nearby towns like Thawe, Gopalganj, and Mirganj. The village also has educational institutions, including primary and secondary schools. Healthcare services are available at nearby government health centers and also a few private ones.
Cultural landmarks
Semra is known for its religious sites, including the Ramjanki temple and Kali Maa temple, which are significant places of worship for the local community. Additionally, the village is in close proximity to the famous Thawe Wali Bhawani Maa temple, a major pilgrimage site.
Education
The village of Semra boasts a considerable number of educated individuals, Many engineers and teachers in the area contribute to the educational and professional landscape, known as Engineers and Teachers Village.
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