Samtehan - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Samtehan is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gwalthai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samtehan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samtehan is 019506. The village covers a total geographical area of 375.79 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Nangal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Samtehan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samtehan
As per Census 2011, Samtehan village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 274 males and 264 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samtehan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 274 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 35 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 77 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 213 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 61 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Samtehan
Samtehan 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 Samtehan
Samtehan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Samtehan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nangal to Samtehan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Samtehan is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samtehan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samtehan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samtehan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samtehan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samtehan
Where is Samtehan located?
Samtehan village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samtehan?
The Gram Panchayat of Samtehan is Gwalthai.
What is the pincode of Samtehan?
The pincode of Samtehan is 174201.
What is the population of Samtehan?
Samtehan has a total population of 538, including 274 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Samtehan?
There are 108 households in Samtehan.
What is the literacy rate in Samtehan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samtehan is 71.19%. Male literacy is 77.74% and female literacy is 64.39%.