Samra

Samra is a village located in Brahmaur tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 51km away from district headquarter Brahmaur. Brahmaur is the sub-district headquarter of Samra village. As per 2009 stats, Runukothi is the gram panchayat of Samra village.

Here you can discover what makes Samra unique in its vibrant Brahmaur-Chamba region. You’ll see Samra’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 Samra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samra is 008159. The village spans a total geographical area of 954 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176309. Chamba is nearest town to Samra village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Samra 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 Bharmour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Samra

Population of Samra

According to the 2011 Census, Samra has a total population of about 864, with approximately 436 males and 428 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 368 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 492. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.64%, with male literacy at about 67.20% and female literacy near 47.90%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Samra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Samra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samra. As per the 2011 stats, Samra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Samra

Knowing the nearby villages of Samra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Samra