Samot
About Samot
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Samot village is 007631. Samot village is located in Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 110km away from district headquarter Sihunta. Sihunta is the sub-district headquarter of Samot village. As per 2009 stats, Samot village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 93.74 hectares. Samot has a total population of 817 peoples, out of which male population is 411 while female population is 406. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 987 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of samot village is 78.34% out of which 80.78% males and 75.86% females are literate. There are about 184 houses in samot village. Pincode of samot village locality is 176207.
When it comes to administration, Samot village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Samot village comes under Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chuari Khas is nearest town to samot village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Samot
The population details of Samot cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 411 | 406 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 332 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 79 | 98 |
Connectivity of Samot
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Samot
Where is Samot located?
Samot village is situated in Sihunta Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samot?
Samot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Samot?
The pincode of Samot is 176207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samot is 817, with 411 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Samot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samot village has a total of 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samot is 78.34%. The male literacy rate is 80.78%, while the female literacy rate is 75.86%.