Samleu - Dalhousie, Chamba
Samleu is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Samleu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samleu is 007350. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.14 hectares and falls under the 176325 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Samleu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samleu
As per Census 2011, Samleu village has a total population of 1,596 people, consisting of 846 males and 750 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,242 literate and 354 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samleu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,596 | 846 | 750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 85 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 110 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,242 | 711 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 135 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Samleu
Samleu 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 Samleu
Public transport in the Samleu is mainly available through bus 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 Dalhousie to Samleu is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Samleu is about 36 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 Samleu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samleu 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 Samleu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samleu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Samleu
Where is Samleu located?
Samleu village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samleu?
Samleu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samleu?
The pincode of Samleu is 176325.
What is the population of Samleu?
Samleu has a total population of 1,596, including 846 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Samleu?
There are 468 households in Samleu.
What is the literacy rate in Samleu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samleu is 77.82%. Male literacy is 84.04% and female literacy is 70.80%.