Samot - Arki, Solan
Samot is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Dewra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samot is 020249. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Samot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samot
According to the 2011 Census, Samot village had a total population of 54 people, including 29 males and 25 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.83%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 94.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Samot
Samot 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 Samot
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Samot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Solan to Samot is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samot 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samot 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samot
Where is Samot located?
Samot village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samot?
The Gram Panchayat of Samot is Dewra.
What is the pincode of Samot?
The pincode of Samot is 171102.
What is the population of Samot?
Samot had a total population of 54, including 29 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Samot?
Samot had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samot was 97.83%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 94.74%.