Sambra - Bharmour, Chamba
Sambra is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from Chamba. Runukothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sambra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sambra is 008159. The village covers a total geographical area of 954 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Sambra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sambra
According to the 2011 Census, Sambra village had a total population of 864 people, including 436 males and 428 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.66%, with male literacy at 79.19% and female literacy at 56.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 492.
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 | 864 | 436 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 193 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 241 | 251 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 293 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 143 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Sambra
Sambra 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 Sambra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sambra.
| 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 Chamba to Sambra is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sambra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sambra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sambra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sambra 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 Sambra
Where is Sambra located?
Sambra village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sambra?
The Gram Panchayat of Sambra is Runukothi.
What is the pincode of Sambra?
The pincode of Sambra is 176324.
What is the population of Sambra?
Sambra had a total population of 864, including 436 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Sambra?
Sambra had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sambra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sambra was 67.66%. Male literacy was 79.19% and female literacy was 56.01%.