Samega - Manavadar, Junagadh
Samega is a village situated in the Manavadar taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manavadar and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Samega village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samega is 514374. The village covers a total geographical area of 1339.1 hectares and falls under the 362620 pincode. Bantwa is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Samega village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samega
According to the 2011 Census, Samega village had a total population of 2,079 people, including 1,058 males and 1,021 females, living in 419 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.50%, with male literacy at 88.75% and female literacy at 69.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 452, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
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 | 2,079 | 1,058 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 249 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,512 | 860 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 567 | 198 | 369 |
Nearby Villages of Samega
Samega 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 Samega
Public transport in the Samega is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bantwa to Samega is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Samega is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samega
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samega 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 Samega
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samega 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Samega
Where is Samega located?
Samega village is located in Manavadar Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samega?
Samega is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samega?
The pincode of Samega is 362620.
What is the population of Samega?
Samega had a total population of 2,079, including 1,058 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Samega?
Samega had 419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samega was 79.50%. Male literacy was 88.75% and female literacy was 69.88%.