Samol - Kasauli, Solan
Samol is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ganol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samol is 021517. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 173201 pincode. Kasauli is the nearest town.
Samol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samol
According to the 2011 Census, Samol village had a total population of 272 people, including 137 males and 135 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.62%, with male literacy at 96.75% and female literacy at 80.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 272 | 137 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 119 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Samol
Samol 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 Samol
Samol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Samol is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samol 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samol 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samol
Where is Samol located?
Samol village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samol?
The Gram Panchayat of Samol is Ganol.
What is the pincode of Samol?
The pincode of Samol is 173201.
What is the population of Samol?
Samol had a total population of 272, including 137 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Samol?
Samol had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samol was 88.62%. Male literacy was 96.75% and female literacy was 80.49%.