Samon - Makridi, Mandi
Samon is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 93 km from Mandi. Langna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samon is 013325. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.44 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Samon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samon
According to the 2011 Census, Samon village had a total population of 297 people, including 141 males and 156 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,106 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.46%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 75.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114.
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 | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 119 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 22 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Samon
Samon 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 Samon
Samon 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Samon is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samon
Where is Samon located?
Samon village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samon?
The Gram Panchayat of Samon is Langna.
What is the pincode of Samon?
The pincode of Samon is 175015.
What is the population of Samon?
Samon had a total population of 297, including 141 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Samon?
Samon had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samon was 83.46%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 75.52%.