Samarda - Mangrol, Junagadh
Samarda is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Samarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samarda is 514782. The village covers a total geographical area of 916.58 hectares and falls under the 362230 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Samarda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samarda
According to the 2011 Census, Samarda village had a total population of 1,716 people, including 897 males and 819 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.13%, with male literacy at 79.80% and female literacy at 53.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 1,716 | 897 | 819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 632 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 265 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Samarda
Samarda 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 Samarda
Public transport in the Samarda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Keshod to Samarda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Samarda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samarda
Where is Samarda located?
Samarda village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samarda?
Samarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samarda?
The pincode of Samarda is 362230.
What is the population of Samarda?
Samarda had a total population of 1,716, including 897 males and 819 females.
How many households are there in Samarda?
Samarda had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samarda was 67.13%. Male literacy was 79.80% and female literacy was 53.42%.