Samlon - Rewalsar, Mandi
Samlon is a village situated in the Rewalsar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Mandi. Samlaun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samlon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samlon is 014573. The village covers a total geographical area of 137 hectares and falls under the 175008 pincode. Rawalsar is the nearest town.
Samlon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samlon
As per Census 2011, Samlon village has a total population of 457 people, consisting of 216 males and 241 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 332 literate and 125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samlon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 457 | 216 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 22 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 92 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 178 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 38 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Samlon
Samlon 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 Samlon
Samlon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Samlon is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samlon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samlon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samlon
Where is Samlon located?
Samlon village is located in Rewalsar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samlon?
The Gram Panchayat of Samlon is Samlaun.
What is the pincode of Samlon?
The pincode of Samlon is 175008.
What is the population of Samlon?
Samlon has a total population of 457, including 216 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Samlon?
There are 97 households in Samlon.
What is the literacy rate in Samlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samlon is 72.65%. Male literacy is 82.41% and female literacy is 63.90%.