Samaul - Nihri, Mandi
Samaul is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhanyara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samaul is 015594. The village covers a total geographical area of 231 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Samaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samaul
According to the 2011 Census, Samaul village had a total population of 170 people, including 83 males and 87 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.79%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 59.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 170 | 83 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 28 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Samaul
Samaul 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 Samaul
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Samaul.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Samaul is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samaul 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samaul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samaul
Where is Samaul located?
Samaul village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Samaul is Dhanyara.
What is the pincode of Samaul?
The pincode of Samaul is 175038.
What is the population of Samaul?
Samaul had a total population of 170, including 83 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Samaul?
Samaul had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samaul was 68.79%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 59.15%.