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.
Here you can discover what makes Samalkha unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Samalkha’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Samalkha has a total population of about 1,286, with approximately 672 males and 614 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 654 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 64.54%, with male literacy at about 72.17% and female literacy near 56.19%. There are around 253 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Samalkha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.