Samnapur Mal - Tendukheda, Damoh
Samnapur Mal is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Samnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samnapur Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samnapur Mal is 462859. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.1 hectares and falls under the 470880 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Samnapur Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samnapur Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Samnapur Mal village had a total population of 3,223 people, including 1,658 males and 1,565 females, living in 769 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.25%, with male literacy at 80.74% and female literacy at 52.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 356, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 549.
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 | 3,223 | 1,658 | 1,565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 545 | 261 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 193 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 549 | 278 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 1,801 | 1,128 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,422 | 530 | 892 |
Nearby Villages of Samnapur Mal
Samnapur Mal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalpur | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Kodal | North | 2.21 km |
| Sakla Mal | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Jaitgarh Mal | South | 2.56 km |
| Daroli | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Khamariya Shivlal | West | 3.12 km |
| Biltara | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Bamnoda | North | 3.80 km |
| Taradehi Mal | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Kopa Deori | West | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samnapur Mal
Samnapur Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tendukheda to Samnapur Mal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Samnapur Mal is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samnapur Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samnapur Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samnapur Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samnapur Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samnapur Mal
Where is Samnapur Mal located?
Samnapur Mal village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samnapur Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Samnapur Mal is Samnapur.
What is the pincode of Samnapur Mal?
The pincode of Samnapur Mal is 470880.
What is the population of Samnapur Mal?
Samnapur Mal had a total population of 3,223, including 1,658 males and 1,565 females.
How many households are there in Samnapur Mal?
Samnapur Mal had 769 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samnapur Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samnapur Mal was 67.25%. Male literacy was 80.74% and female literacy was 52.54%.