Samalkha
Samalkha is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Samalkha village is also a gram panchayat.
Samalkha has its own place in the vibrant Kurukshetra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Samalkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samalkha is 058673. The village spans a total geographical area of 165 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136132. Ladwa is nearest town to Samalkha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Samalkha 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 Ladwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Samalkha
Population of Samalkha
Below is a concise population overview of Samalkha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,286 | 672 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 97 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 654 | 351 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 830 | 485 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 187 | 269 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samalkha village:
- The total population of Samalkha village is around 1,286, including approximately 672 males and 614 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Samalkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Samalkha village has 654 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Samalkha village is about 64.54%, with male literacy at 72.17% and female literacy at 56.19%.
- There are around 253 households in Samalkha village.
Connectivity of Samalkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samalkha. As per the 2011 stats, Samalkha 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samalkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Samalkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samalkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samalkha
- Where is Samalkha located?
- Samalkha village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samalkha?
- Samalkha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Samalkha?
- The pincode of Samalkha is 136132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samalkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samalkha is 1,286, with 672 males and 614 females.
- How many households are there in Samalkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samalkha village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samalkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samalkha is 64.54%. The male literacy rate is 72.17%, while the female literacy rate is 56.19%.