Samhar Kalan
Samhar Kalan is a village located in Salkhua subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Salkhua (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Samhar Khurd is the gram panchayat of Samhar Kalan village.
Samhar Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Samhar Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samhar Kalan is 226682. The village spans a total geographical area of 242 hectares. Saharsa is nearest town to Samhar Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
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Population of Samhar Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Samhar Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 874 | 468 | 406 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 127 | 109 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 199 | 169 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 94 | 87 | 7 |
Illiterate Population | 780 | 381 | 399 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samhar Kalan village:
- The total population of Samhar Kalan village is around 874, including approximately 468 males and 406 females, with a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 236 children aged 0–6 years in Samhar Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Samhar Kalan village has 368 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Samhar Kalan village is about 10.76%, with male literacy at 18.59% and female literacy at 1.72%.
- There are around 177 households in Samhar Kalan village.
Connectivity of Samhar Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samhar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Samhar Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samhar Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Samhar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samhar Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samhar Kalan
- Where is Samhar Kalan located?
- Samhar Kalan village is situated in Salkhua Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samhar Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Samhar Kalan is Samhar Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Samhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samhar Kalan is 874, with 468 males and 406 females.
- How many households are there in Samhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samhar Kalan village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samhar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samhar Kalan is 10.76%. The male literacy rate is 18.59%, while the female literacy rate is 1.72%.