Samari - Namhol, Bilaspur
Samari is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Deoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samari is 019929. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.13 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Samari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Samari
According to the 2011 Census, Samari village had a total population of 176 people, including 96 males and 80 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.03%, with male literacy at 82.93% and female literacy at 63.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 68 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 28 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Samari
Samari 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 Samari
Public transport in the Samari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Samari is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samari
Where is Samari located?
Samari village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samari?
The Gram Panchayat of Samari is Deoth.
What is the pincode of Samari?
The pincode of Samari is 174001.
What is the population of Samari?
Samari had a total population of 176, including 96 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Samari?
Samari had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samari was 74.03%. Male literacy was 82.93% and female literacy was 63.89%.