Samkar
About Samkar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Samkar village is 008995. Samkar village is located in Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 100km away from district headquarter Fatehpur. Fatehpur is the sub-district headquarter of Samkar village. As per 2009 stats, Dhameta is the gram panchayat of Samkar village.
The total geographical area of village is 141.3 hectares. Samkar has a total population of 1,841 peoples, out of which male population is 900 while female population is 941. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1045 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of samkar village is 84.08% out of which 87.22% males and 81.08% females are literate. There are about 396 houses in samkar village. Pincode of samkar village locality is 176025.
When it comes to administration, Samkar 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, Samkar village comes under Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to samkar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Samkar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,841 | 900 | 941 |
| Literate Population | 1,548 | 785 | 763 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 115 | 178 |
Connectivity of Samkar
| 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 Samkar
Frequently Asked Questions about Samkar
Where is Samkar located?
Samkar village is situated in Fatehpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Samkar is Dhameta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Samkar?
The pincode of Samkar is 176025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samkar is 1,841, with 900 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Samkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samkar village has a total of 396 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samkar is 84.08%. The male literacy rate is 87.22%, while the female literacy rate is 81.08%.