Samlur
Samlur is a village located in Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Geedam (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Samlur village is also a gram panchayat.
Samlur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Samlur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samlur is 450163. The village spans a total geographical area of 666.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494441. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Samlur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Samlur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Samlur
Population of Samlur
Below is a concise population overview of Samlur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,600 | 815 | 785 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 113 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 638 | 315 | 323 |
| Literate Population | 736 | 469 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 346 | 518 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samlur village:
- The total population of Samlur village is around 1,600, including approximately 815 males and 785 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 210 children aged 0–6 years in Samlur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Samlur village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 638 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Samlur village is about 46.00%, with male literacy at 57.55% and female literacy at 34.01%.
- There are around 328 households in Samlur village.
Connectivity of Samlur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samlur. As per the 2011 stats, Samlur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samlur
Knowing the nearby villages of Samlur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samlur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samlur
- Where is Samlur located?
- Samlur village is situated in Gidam Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samlur?
- Samlur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Samlur?
- The pincode of Samlur is 494441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samlur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samlur is 1,600, with 815 males and 785 females.
- How many households are there in Samlur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samlur village has a total of 328 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samlur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samlur is 46.00%. The male literacy rate is 57.55%, while the female literacy rate is 34.01%.