Samka
Samka is a village located in Ranbir Singh Pora tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter R.s.pura (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Samka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Samka unique in its vibrant Ranbir Singh Pora-Jammu region. You’ll see Samka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Samka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samka is 005997. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181102. Ranbir Singh Pora is nearest town to Samka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Samka 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 Suchet Garh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Samka
Population of Samka
According to the 2011 Census, Samka has a total population of about 377, with approximately 197 males and 180 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 50 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.82%, with male literacy at about 73.10% and female literacy near 68.33%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Samka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 197 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 267 | 144 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 53 | 57 |
Connectivity of Samka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samka. As per the 2011 stats, Samka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samka
Knowing the nearby villages of Samka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samka
- Where is Samka located?
- Samka village is situated in Ranbir Singh Pora Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samka?
- Samka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Samka?
- The pincode of Samka is 181102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samka is 377, with 197 males and 180 females.
- How many households are there in Samka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samka village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samka is 70.82%. The male literacy rate is 73.10%, while the female literacy rate is 68.33%.