Samote - Koteranka, Rajouri
Samote is a village situated in the Koteranka tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 50 km from Budhal and around 55 km from Rajouri. Samote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samote is 001456. The village covers a total geographical area of 550.8 hectares and falls under the 185233 pincode. Rajouri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Samote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samote
As per Census 2011, Samote village has a total population of 4,142 people, consisting of 2,990 males and 1,152 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 385 females per 1,000 males. There are 466 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,587 literate and 1,555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 326 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,142 | 2,990 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 236 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 27 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 326 | 252 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 2,587 | 2,288 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 702 | 853 |
Nearby Villages of Samote
Samote 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 Samote
Samote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajouri to Samote is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samote
Where is Samote located?
Samote village is located in Koteranka Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samote?
Samote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samote?
The pincode of Samote is 185233.
What is the population of Samote?
Samote has a total population of 4,142, including 2,990 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Samote?
There are 505 households in Samote.
What is the literacy rate in Samote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samote is 62.46%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 25.95%.