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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Samon village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 141 males and 156 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 141 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| 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 has a total population of 297, including 141 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Samon?
There are 73 households in Samon.
What is the literacy rate in Samon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samon is 76.43%. Male literacy is 84.40% and female literacy is 69.23%.