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
As per Census 2011, Samnos village has a total population of 368 people, consisting of 182 males and 186 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samnos are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 182 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 368, including 182 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Samnos?
There are 88 households in Samnos.
What is the literacy rate in Samnos?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samnos is 79.89%. Male literacy is 86.26% and female literacy is 73.66%.