Samkaher
About Samkaher
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Samkaher village is 009152. Samkaher village is located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Samkaher village. As per 2009 stats, Papahar is the gram panchayat of Samkaher village.
The total geographical area of village is 234.62 hectares. Samkaher has a total population of 1,919 peoples, out of which male population is 978 while female population is 941. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of samkaher village is 76.45% out of which 78.22% males and 74.60% females are literate. There are about 429 houses in samkaher village. Pincode of samkaher village locality is 176023.
When it comes to administration, Samkaher 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, Samkaher village comes under Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to samkaher village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Samkaher
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,919 | 978 | 941 |
| Literate Population | 1,467 | 765 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 452 | 213 | 239 |
Connectivity of Samkaher
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Samkaher
Where is Samkaher located?
Samkaher village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samkaher?
The Gram Panchayat of Samkaher is Papahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Samkaher?
The pincode of Samkaher is 176023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samkaher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samkaher is 1,919, with 978 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Samkaher as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samkaher village has a total of 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samkaher as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samkaher is 76.45%. The male literacy rate is 78.22%, while the female literacy rate is 74.60%.