Samela

Samela is a village located in Dhatwal tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Bijhri. Bijhri is the sub-district headquarter of Samela village. As per 2009 stats, Samella is the gram panchayat of Samela village.

Samela has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Samela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samela is 017683. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176049. Talai is nearest town to Samela village for all major economic activities.

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

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Population of Samela

Below is a concise population overview of Samela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 412 197 215
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 22 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 34 31
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 322 161 161
Illiterate Population 90 36 54

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samela village:

  • The total population of Samela village is around 412, including approximately 197 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 1091 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Samela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Samela village has 65 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Samela village is about 78.16%, with male literacy at 81.73% and female literacy at 74.88%.
  • There are around 101 households in Samela village.

Connectivity of Samela

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

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

Nearby Villages of Samela

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Samela

Where is Samela located?
Samela village is situated in Dhatwal Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samela?
The Gram Panchayat of Samela is Samella (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Samela?
The pincode of Samela is 176049, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samela is 412, with 197 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Samela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samela village has a total of 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samela as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samela is 78.16%. The male literacy rate is 81.73%, while the female literacy rate is 74.88%.