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
As per Census 2011, Samega village has a total population of 2,079 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 1,021 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,512 literate and 567 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 71 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samega are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 2,079, including 1,058 males and 1,021 females.
How many households are there in Samega?
There are 419 households in Samega.
What is the literacy rate in Samega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samega is 72.73%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 63.86%.