Samloh - Darlaghat, Solan
Samloh is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Navgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samloh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samloh is 020364. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Samloh 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 Samloh
According to the 2011 Census, Samloh village had a total population of 325 people, including 168 males and 157 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.71%, with male literacy at 96.62% and female literacy at 90.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 325 | 168 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 143 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Samloh
Samloh 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 Samloh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Samloh.
| 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 Samloh is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samloh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samloh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samloh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samloh 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 Samloh
Where is Samloh located?
Samloh village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samloh?
The Gram Panchayat of Samloh is Navgaon.
What is the pincode of Samloh?
The pincode of Samloh is 171102.
What is the population of Samloh?
Samloh had a total population of 325, including 168 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Samloh?
Samloh had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samloh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samloh was 93.71%. Male literacy was 96.62% and female literacy was 90.58%.