Samakhiari - Bhachau, Kachchh
Samakhiari is a village situated in the Bhachau taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhachau and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Samakhiari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samakhiari is 506675. The village covers a total geographical area of 2095.18 hectares and falls under the 370150 pincode. Bhachau is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Samakhiari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhidham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samakhiari
As per Census 2011, Samakhiari village has a total population of 10,402 people, consisting of 5,748 males and 4,654 females. The village has 2,482 households and a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,577 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,463 literate and 3,939 illiterate residents. Additionally, 856 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samakhiari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,402 | 5,748 | 4,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,577 | 847 | 730 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 856 | 444 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 6,463 | 4,133 | 2,330 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,939 | 1,615 | 2,324 |
Nearby Villages of Samakhiari
Samakhiari 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 Samakhiari
Samakhiari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Samakhiari 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 Bhachau to Samakhiari is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Samakhiari is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samakhiari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samakhiari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samakhiari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samakhiari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samakhiari
Where is Samakhiari located?
Samakhiari village is located in Bhachau Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samakhiari?
Samakhiari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samakhiari?
The pincode of Samakhiari is 370150.
What is the population of Samakhiari?
Samakhiari has a total population of 10,402, including 5,748 males and 4,654 females.
How many households are there in Samakhiari?
There are 2,482 households in Samakhiari.
What is the literacy rate in Samakhiari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samakhiari is 62.13%. Male literacy is 71.90% and female literacy is 50.06%.