Samoli - Rohru, Shimla
Samoli is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Samoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samoli is 026496. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.92 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Samoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samoli
According to the 2011 Census, Samoli village had a total population of 595 people, including 293 males and 302 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.53%, with male literacy at 86.64% and female literacy at 76.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 595 | 293 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 227 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 66 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Samoli
Samoli 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 Samoli
Samoli 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 Samoli is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samoli
Where is Samoli located?
Samoli village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samoli?
Samoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samoli?
The pincode of Samoli is 171207.
What is the population of Samoli?
Samoli had a total population of 595, including 293 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Samoli?
Samoli had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samoli was 81.53%. Male literacy was 86.64% and female literacy was 76.64%.