Saman - Basohli, Kathua
Saman is a village situated in the Basohli tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Basohli and around 83 km from Kathua. Saman village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saman is 001735. The village covers a total geographical area of 1300 hectares and falls under the 184201 pincode. Basolhli is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Saman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saman
As per Census 2011, Saman village has a total population of 1,702 people, consisting of 913 males and 789 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 801 literate and 901 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,702 | 913 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 131 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 260 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 801 | 497 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 901 | 416 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Saman
Saman 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 Saman
Saman 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basolhli to Saman is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Saman is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saman 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 Saman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saman
Where is Saman located?
Saman village is located in Basohli Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saman?
Saman is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saman?
The pincode of Saman is 184201.
What is the population of Saman?
Saman has a total population of 1,702, including 913 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Saman?
There are 327 households in Saman.
What is the literacy rate in Saman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saman is 47.06%. Male literacy is 54.44% and female literacy is 38.53%.