Samalwas - Bali Chowki, Mandi
Samalwas is a village situated in the Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bung Jahal Gad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samalwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samalwas is 015019. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.77 hectares and falls under the 175106 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Samalwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samalwas
As per Census 2011, Samalwas village has a total population of 588 people, consisting of 294 males and 294 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samalwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 588 | 294 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 24 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 223 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 71 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Samalwas
Samalwas 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 Samalwas
Public transport in the Samalwas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Samalwas is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samalwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samalwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samalwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samalwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samalwas
Where is Samalwas located?
Samalwas village is located in Bali Chowki Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samalwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Samalwas is Bung Jahal Gad.
What is the pincode of Samalwas?
The pincode of Samalwas is 175106.
What is the population of Samalwas?
Samalwas has a total population of 588, including 294 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Samalwas?
There are 112 households in Samalwas.
What is the literacy rate in Samalwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samalwas is 64.97%. Male literacy is 75.85% and female literacy is 54.08%.