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
According to the 2011 Census, Saman village had a total population of 1,702 people, including 913 males and 789 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.94%, with male literacy at 63.55% and female literacy at 44.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 487, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,702, including 913 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Saman?
Saman had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saman was 54.94%. Male literacy was 63.55% and female literacy was 44.97%.