Samnos - Chachyot, Mandi
Samnos is a village situated in the Chachyot tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kandi Kamrunag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samnos village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samnos is 015476. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.43 hectares and falls under the 175029 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Samnos village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samnos
According to the 2011 Census, Samnos village had a total population of 368 people, including 182 males and 186 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.98%, with male literacy at 92.35% and female literacy at 81.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 182 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 157 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 25 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Samnos
Samnos 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 Samnos
Samnos 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 Mandi to Samnos is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samnos
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samnos 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 Samnos
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samnos village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samnos
Where is Samnos located?
Samnos village is located in Chachyot Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samnos?
The Gram Panchayat of Samnos is Kandi Kamrunag.
What is the pincode of Samnos?
The pincode of Samnos is 175029.
What is the population of Samnos?
Samnos had a total population of 368, including 182 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Samnos?
Samnos had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samnos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samnos was 86.98%. Male literacy was 92.35% and female literacy was 81.55%.