Samou - Mansa, Gandhinagar
Samou is a village situated in the Mansa taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mansa and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Gandhinagar. Govindpura (samo) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samou village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samou is 511201. The village covers a total geographical area of 1441.64 hectares and falls under the 382810 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Samou village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahesana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samou
As per Census 2011, Samou village has a total population of 6,844 people, consisting of 3,509 males and 3,335 females. The village has 1,395 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,606 literate and 1,238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samou are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,844 | 3,509 | 3,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 760 | 407 | 353 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 5,606 | 2,976 | 2,630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,238 | 533 | 705 |
Nearby Villages of Samou
Samou 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 Samou
Samou is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Samou.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Mansa to Samou is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gandhinagar to Samou is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samou
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samou village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samou
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samou village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samou
Where is Samou located?
Samou village is located in Mansa Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samou?
The Gram Panchayat of Samou is Govindpura (samo).
What is the pincode of Samou?
The pincode of Samou is 382810.
What is the population of Samou?
Samou has a total population of 6,844, including 3,509 males and 3,335 females.
How many households are there in Samou?
There are 1,395 households in Samou.
What is the literacy rate in Samou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samou is 81.91%. Male literacy is 84.81% and female literacy is 78.86%.