Samana - Darlaghat, Solan
Samana is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotlu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samana is 020326. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Samana 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 Samana
As per Census 2011, Samana village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 135 males and 141 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 169 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 135 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 92 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 43 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Samana
Samana 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 Samana
Samana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Samana is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samana 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samana 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 Samana
Where is Samana located?
Samana village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samana?
The Gram Panchayat of Samana is Kotlu.
What is the pincode of Samana?
The pincode of Samana is 171102.
What is the population of Samana?
Samana has a total population of 276, including 135 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Samana?
There are 38 households in Samana.
What is the literacy rate in Samana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samana is 61.23%. Male literacy is 68.15% and female literacy is 54.61%.