Samoh - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Samoh is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nihan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samoh is 019309. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.81 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Samoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samoh
As per Census 2011, Samoh village has a total population of 1,978 people, consisting of 973 males and 1,005 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,539 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samoh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,978 | 973 | 1,005 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 114 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 156 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 55 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,539 | 805 | 734 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 168 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Samoh
Samoh 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 Samoh
Samoh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Samoh is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samoh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samoh 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 Samoh
Where is Samoh located?
Samoh village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samoh?
The Gram Panchayat of Samoh is Nihan.
What is the pincode of Samoh?
The pincode of Samoh is 174021.
What is the population of Samoh?
Samoh has a total population of 1,978, including 973 males and 1,005 females.
How many households are there in Samoh?
There are 451 households in Samoh.
What is the literacy rate in Samoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samoh is 77.81%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 73.03%.