Samot - Dediapada, Narmada
Samot is a village situated in the Dediapada taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dediapada and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Samot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samot is 521618. The village covers a total geographical area of 721.33 hectares and falls under the 393040 pincode. Dediapada is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Samot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samot
As per Census 2011, Samot village has a total population of 2,188 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,079 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 437 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 994 literate and 1,194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,149 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,188 | 1,109 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 230 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,149 | 1,089 | 1,060 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 648 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,194 | 461 | 733 |
Nearby Villages of Samot
Samot 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 Samot
Public transport in the Samot 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 Dediapada to Samot is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Samot is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samot 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 Samot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samot 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 Samot
Where is Samot located?
Samot village is located in Dediapada Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samot?
Samot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samot?
The pincode of Samot is 393040.
What is the population of Samot?
Samot has a total population of 2,188, including 1,109 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Samot?
There are 406 households in Samot.
What is the literacy rate in Samot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samot is 45.43%. Male literacy is 58.43% and female literacy is 32.07%.