Samiala - Amod, Bharuch
Samiala is a village situated in the Amod taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amod and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Kerwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samiala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samiala is 521996. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.73 hectares and falls under the 392110 pincode. Amod is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Samiala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samiala
According to the 2011 Census, Samiala village had a total population of 63 people, including 39 males and 24 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 615 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.71%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 63.
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 | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 17 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Samiala
Samiala 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 Samiala
Samiala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amod to Samiala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Samiala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samiala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samiala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samiala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samiala 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samiala
Where is Samiala located?
Samiala village is located in Amod Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samiala?
The Gram Panchayat of Samiala is Kerwada.
What is the pincode of Samiala?
The pincode of Samiala is 392110.
What is the population of Samiala?
Samiala had a total population of 63, including 39 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Samiala?
Samiala had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samiala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samiala was 60.71%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 52.17%.