Samwan - Khour, Jammu
Samwan is a village situated in the Khour tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 35 km from Akhnoor and around 60 km from Jammu. Samwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samwan is 005554. The village covers a total geographical area of 901.2 hectares and falls under the 181203 pincode. Khour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Samwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhamb Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samwan
As per Census 2011, Samwan village has a total population of 1,386 people, consisting of 705 males and 681 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 949 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,386 | 705 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 99 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 101 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 528 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 177 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Samwan
Samwan 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 Samwan
Samwan 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 >10 km |
| 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 Khour to Samwan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Samwan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samwan
Where is Samwan located?
Samwan village is located in Khour Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samwan?
Samwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samwan?
The pincode of Samwan is 181203.
What is the population of Samwan?
Samwan has a total population of 1,386, including 705 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Samwan?
There are 335 households in Samwan.
What is the literacy rate in Samwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samwan is 68.47%. Male literacy is 74.89% and female literacy is 61.82%.