Samleta - Harchakian, Kangra
Samleta is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Upper Lanj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samleta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samleta is 009309. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.21 hectares and falls under the 176026 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Samleta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samleta
As per Census 2011, Samleta village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 79 males and 82 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samleta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Samleta
Samleta 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 Samleta
Samleta 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 Samleta is about 35 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 Samleta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samleta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samleta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samleta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samleta
Where is Samleta located?
Samleta village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samleta?
The Gram Panchayat of Samleta is Upper Lanj.
What is the pincode of Samleta?
The pincode of Samleta is 176026.
What is the population of Samleta?
Samleta has a total population of 161, including 79 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Samleta?
There are 39 households in Samleta.
What is the literacy rate in Samleta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samleta is 70.81%. Male literacy is 77.22% and female literacy is 64.63%.