Samkhetar

Samkhetar is a village located in Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Jogindarnagar. Jogindarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Samkhetar village. As per 2009 stats, Buhla Badyada is the gram panchayat of Samkhetar village.

Samkhetar 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 Samkhetar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samkhetar is 013310. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176120. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to Samkhetar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Samkhetar 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 Jogindernagar 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 Samkhetar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 164 75 89
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 10 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 5 3 2
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 124 61 63
Illiterate Population 40 14 26

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

  • The total population of Samkhetar village is around 164, including approximately 75 males and 89 females, with a sex ratio of 1186 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Samkhetar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Samkhetar village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Samkhetar village is about 75.61%, with male literacy at 81.33% and female literacy at 70.79%.
  • There are around 41 households in Samkhetar village.

Connectivity of Samkhetar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Samkhetar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Samkhetar

Where is Samkhetar located?
Samkhetar village is situated in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samkhetar?
The Gram Panchayat of Samkhetar is Buhla Badyada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Samkhetar?
The pincode of Samkhetar is 176120, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samkhetar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samkhetar is 164, with 75 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Samkhetar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samkhetar village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samkhetar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samkhetar is 75.61%. The male literacy rate is 81.33%, while the female literacy rate is 70.79%.