Samour - Dharmpur, Mandi
Samour is a village situated in the Dharmpur tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Samaur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samour is 013643. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.31 hectares and falls under the 175050 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Samour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samour
According to the 2011 Census, Samour village had a total population of 233 people, including 116 males and 117 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.55%, with male literacy at 98.15% and female literacy at 81.25%.
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 | 233 | 116 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 106 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 10 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Samour
Samour 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 Samour
Samour 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 Samour is about 82 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 Samour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samour
Where is Samour located?
Samour village is located in Dharmpur Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samour?
The Gram Panchayat of Samour is Samaur.
What is the pincode of Samour?
The pincode of Samour is 175050.
What is the population of Samour?
Samour had a total population of 233, including 116 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Samour?
Samour had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samour was 89.55%. Male literacy was 98.15% and female literacy was 81.25%.