Samarda

Samarda is a village located in Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Mangrol (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Junagadh. As per 2009 stats, Samarda village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Samarda unique in its vibrant Mangrol-Junagadh region. You’ll see Samarda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Samarda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samarda is 514782. The village spans a total geographical area of 916.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 362230. Keshod is nearest town to Samarda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

When it comes to local governance, Samarda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Porbandar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Samarda

According to the 2011 Census, Samarda has a total population of about 1,716, with approximately 897 males and 819 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 192 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 127 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.62%, with male literacy at about 70.46% and female literacy near 47.74%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Samarda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,716 897 819
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 192 105 87
Scheduled Castes (SC) 127 65 62
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,023 632 391
Illiterate Population 693 265 428

Connectivity of Samarda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samarda. As per the 2011 stats, Samarda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Samarda

Knowing the nearby villages of Samarda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samarda.

Frequently Asked Questions about Samarda

Where is Samarda located?
Samarda village is situated in Mangrol Taluka, within the Junagadh district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samarda?
Samarda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Samarda?
The pincode of Samarda is 362230, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samarda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samarda is 1,716, with 897 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Samarda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samarda village has a total of 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samarda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samarda is 59.62%. The male literacy rate is 70.46%, while the female literacy rate is 47.74%.