Samalwada - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Samalwada is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Samarwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samalwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samalwada is 507676. The village covers a total geographical area of 1181.41 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Samalwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samalwada
As per Census 2011, Samalwada village has a total population of 3,626 people, consisting of 1,870 males and 1,756 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 718 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,660 literate and 1,966 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 926 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samalwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,626 | 1,870 | 1,756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 718 | 376 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 264 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 926 | 471 | 455 |
| Literate Population | 1,660 | 1,072 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,966 | 798 | 1,168 |
Nearby Villages of Samalwada
Samalwada 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 Samalwada
Public transport in the Samalwada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Samalwada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Samalwada is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Samalwada is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samalwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samalwada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samalwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samalwada 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Samalwada
Where is Samalwada located?
Samalwada village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samalwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Samalwada is Samarwada.
What is the pincode of Samalwada?
The pincode of Samalwada is 385310.
What is the population of Samalwada?
Samalwada has a total population of 3,626, including 1,870 males and 1,756 females.
How many households are there in Samalwada?
There are 612 households in Samalwada.
What is the literacy rate in Samalwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samalwada is 45.78%. Male literacy is 57.33% and female literacy is 33.49%.