Samlana
Samlana is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Samlana village. As per 2009 stats, Samkhar is the gram panchayat of Samlana village.
Here you can discover what makes Samlana unique in its vibrant Jawali-Kangra region. You’ll see Samlana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Samlana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samlana is 009136. The village spans a total geographical area of 64.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176023. Nurpur is nearest town to Samlana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Samlana 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 Jawali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Samlana
Population of Samlana
According to the 2011 Census, Samlana has a total population of about 354, with approximately 183 males and 171 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 133 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.75%, with male literacy at about 75.41% and female literacy near 67.84%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Samlana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 354 | 183 | 171 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 72 | 61 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 254 | 138 | 116 |
Illiterate Population | 100 | 45 | 55 |
Connectivity of Samlana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samlana. As per the 2011 stats, Samlana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samlana
Knowing the nearby villages of Samlana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samlana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samlana
- Where is Samlana located?
- Samlana village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samlana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Samlana is Samkhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Samlana?
- The pincode of Samlana is 176023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samlana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samlana is 354, with 183 males and 171 females.
- How many households are there in Samlana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samlana village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samlana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samlana is 71.75%. The male literacy rate is 75.41%, while the female literacy rate is 67.84%.