Samlato - Jama, Dumka
Samlato is a village situated in the Jama subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jama and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Siktia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samlato village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samlato is 371578. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 814110 pincode.
Samlato village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samlato
According to the 2011 Census, Samlato village had a total population of 206 people, including 103 males and 103 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.06%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 206 | 103 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 43 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Samlato
Samlato 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 Samlato
Samlato 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Samlato is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samlato
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samlato village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samlato
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samlato village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samlato
Where is Samlato located?
Samlato village is located in Jama Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samlato?
The Gram Panchayat of Samlato is Siktia.
What is the pincode of Samlato?
The pincode of Samlato is 814110.
What is the population of Samlato?
Samlato had a total population of 206, including 103 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Samlato?
Samlato had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samlato?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samlato was 63.06%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 48.15%.