Samleter - Chadiyar, Kangra
Samleter is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 69 km from Dharmsala. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samleter village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samleter is 011981. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.52 hectares and falls under the 176088 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Samleter village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samleter
According to the 2011 Census, Samleter village had a total population of 225 people, including 97 males and 128 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,320 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 87.65% and female literacy at 64.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 150.
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 | 225 | 97 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 16 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 68 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 71 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 26 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Samleter
Samleter 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 Samleter
Samleter is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharmsala to Samleter is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samleter
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samleter village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Samleter
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samleter village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samleter
Where is Samleter located?
Samleter village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samleter?
The Gram Panchayat of Samleter is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Samleter?
The pincode of Samleter is 176088.
What is the population of Samleter?
Samleter had a total population of 225, including 97 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Samleter?
Samleter had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samleter?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samleter was 73.53%. Male literacy was 87.65% and female literacy was 64.23%.