Samardoh - Harrai, Chhindwara
Samardoh is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Samardoh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samardoh is 494124. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.21 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Samardoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samardoh
As per Census 2011, Samardoh village has a total population of 483 people, consisting of 236 males and 247 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 472 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samardoh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 483 | 236 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 231 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 121 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 115 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Samardoh
Samardoh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balbudi | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Matiya | South | 3.01 km |
| Kotra | North | 3.19 km |
| Dhokheda | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Siyajhiri | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Ratomati | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Muwar Kalan | North | 6.11 km |
| Churi Kalan | South | 6.17 km |
| Khajarwani | South | 6.73 km |
| Malpani | South-West | 7.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samardoh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Samardoh. The nearest railway station is Karapgaon, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.7 km.
| 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 Harrai to Samardoh is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Samardoh is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samardoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samardoh 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 Samardoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samardoh 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 Samardoh
Where is Samardoh located?
Samardoh village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samardoh?
Samardoh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samardoh?
The pincode of Samardoh is 480224.
What is the population of Samardoh?
Samardoh has a total population of 483, including 236 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Samardoh?
There are 110 households in Samardoh.
What is the literacy rate in Samardoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samardoh is 41.61%. Male literacy is 51.27% and female literacy is 32.39%.