Samvi - Kupvi, Shimla
Samvi is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 186 km from Shimla. Kulag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samvi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samvi is 025645. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.28 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Samvi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samvi
According to the 2011 Census, Samvi village had a total population of 257 people, including 140 males and 117 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.12%, with male literacy at 81.36% and female literacy at 67.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 257 | 140 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 96 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 44 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Samvi
Samvi 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 Samvi
Samvi 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 | 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 Shimla to Samvi is about 186 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samvi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samvi 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 Samvi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samvi 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 Samvi
Where is Samvi located?
Samvi village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samvi?
The Gram Panchayat of Samvi is Kulag.
What is the pincode of Samvi?
The pincode of Samvi is 171217.
What is the population of Samvi?
Samvi had a total population of 257, including 140 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Samvi?
Samvi had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samvi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samvi was 75.12%. Male literacy was 81.36% and female literacy was 67.68%.