Samani - Amod, Bharuch
Samani is a village situated in the Amod taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amod and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Samani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samani is 522000. The village covers a total geographical area of 1076.56 hectares and falls under the 392110 pincode. Amod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Samani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samani
According to the 2011 Census, Samani village had a total population of 2,112 people, including 1,094 males and 1,018 females, living in 467 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 83.89% and female literacy at 70.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 101, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 698.
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 | 2,112 | 1,094 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 101 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 44 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 698 | 368 | 330 |
| Literate Population | 1,466 | 833 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 261 | 385 |
Nearby Villages of Samani
Samani 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 Samani
Samani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Samani has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amod to Samani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Samani is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samani
Where is Samani located?
Samani village is located in Amod Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samani?
Samani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samani?
The pincode of Samani is 392110.
What is the population of Samani?
Samani had a total population of 2,112, including 1,094 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Samani?
Samani had 467 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samani was 77.36%. Male literacy was 83.89% and female literacy was 70.18%.