Samana - Jamjodhpur, Jamnagar
Samana is a village situated in the Jamjodhpur taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamjodhapur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Samana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samana is 514109. The village covers a total geographical area of 1871.82 hectares and falls under the 360520 pincode. Jamjodhpur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Samana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamjodhpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samana
As per Census 2011, Samana village has a total population of 2,731 people, consisting of 1,529 males and 1,202 females. The village has 656 households and a sex ratio of 786 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,979 literate and 752 illiterate residents. Additionally, 592 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,731 | 1,529 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 166 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 592 | 301 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,979 | 1,217 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 312 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Samana
Samana 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 Samana
Samana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Samana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamjodhpur to Samana is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Samana is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samana
Where is Samana located?
Samana village is located in Jamjodhpur Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samana?
Samana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samana?
The pincode of Samana is 360520.
What is the population of Samana?
Samana has a total population of 2,731, including 1,529 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Samana?
There are 656 households in Samana.
What is the literacy rate in Samana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samana is 72.46%. Male literacy is 79.59% and female literacy is 63.39%.