Samalwas

Samalwas is a village located in Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Bali Chowki. Bali Chowki is the sub-district headquarter of Samalwas village. As per 2009 stats, Bung Jahal Gad is the gram panchayat of Samalwas village.

Samalwas has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Samalwas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samalwas is 015019. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175106. Mandi is nearest town to Samalwas village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Samalwas 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 Seraj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Samalwas

Below is a concise population overview of Samalwas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 588 294 294
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 24 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 104 51 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 382 223 159
Illiterate Population 206 71 135

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samalwas village:

  • The total population of Samalwas village is around 588, including approximately 294 males and 294 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Samalwas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Samalwas village has 104 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Samalwas village is about 64.97%, with male literacy at 75.85% and female literacy at 54.08%.
  • There are around 112 households in Samalwas village.

Connectivity of Samalwas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samalwas. As per the 2011 stats, Samalwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Samalwas

Knowing the nearby villages of Samalwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samalwas.

D P F Lagjan Didar Khalwan Dhalut D P F Narain Garh Tiki Bung D P F Rangcha Lot Thata D P F Dugha Kaliun

Frequently Asked Questions about Samalwas

Where is Samalwas located?
Samalwas village is situated in Bali Chowki Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samalwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Samalwas is Bung Jahal Gad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Samalwas?
The pincode of Samalwas is 175106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samalwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samalwas is 588, with 294 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Samalwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samalwas village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samalwas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samalwas is 64.97%. The male literacy rate is 75.85%, while the female literacy rate is 54.08%.