Samoti - Arki, Solan
Samoti is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chamyawal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samoti is 020077. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Samoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Samoti
As per Census 2011, Samoti village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 65 males and 64 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 65 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Samoti
Samoti 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 Samoti
Public transport in the Samoti is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Samoti is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samoti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samoti
Where is Samoti located?
Samoti village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Samoti is Chamyawal.
What is the pincode of Samoti?
The pincode of Samoti is 173208.
What is the population of Samoti?
Samoti has a total population of 129, including 65 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Samoti?
There are 27 households in Samoti.
What is the literacy rate in Samoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samoti is 80.62%. Male literacy is 87.69% and female literacy is 73.44%.