Samai
Samai is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gandohg (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Samai village is also a gram panchayat.
Samai has its own place in the vibrant Doda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Samai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samai is 004383. The village spans a total geographical area of 408.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Samai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 69km away.
When it comes to local governance, Samai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Samai
Population of Samai
Below is a concise population overview of Samai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 575 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 97 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 272 | 135 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 360 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 215 | 409 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samai village:
- The total population of Samai village is around 1,133, including approximately 575 males and 558 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Samai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Samai village has 272 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Samai village is about 44.92%, with male literacy at 62.61% and female literacy at 26.70%.
- There are around 191 households in Samai village.
Connectivity of Samai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samai. As per the 2011 stats, Samai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samai
Knowing the nearby villages of Samai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samai
- Where is Samai located?
- Samai village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samai?
- Samai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Samai?
- The pincode of Samai is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samai is 1,133, with 575 males and 558 females.
- How many households are there in Samai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samai village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samai is 44.92%. The male literacy rate is 62.61%, while the female literacy rate is 26.70%.