Samoi - Ranapur, Jhabua
Samoi is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Samoi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samoi is 504845. The village covers a total geographical area of 1155.08 hectares and falls under the 457993 pincode. Ranapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Samoi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samoi
As per Census 2011, Samoi village has a total population of 3,028 people, consisting of 1,554 males and 1,474 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 573 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,079 literate and 1,949 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,774 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samoi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,028 | 1,554 | 1,474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 303 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,774 | 1,417 | 1,357 |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 708 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,949 | 846 | 1,103 |
Nearby Villages of Samoi
Samoi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kushalpura | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Modfaliya | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Khermal | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Dhaknitalai | East | 2.80 km |
| Baldimal | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Sasapura | North | 2.99 km |
| Buchadungari | North | 3.44 km |
| Dabtalai | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Khapediya Ka Mal | South | 3.72 km |
| Wagawa | North-East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samoi
Samoi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Anas, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ranapur to Samoi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Samoi is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samoi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samoi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samoi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samoi 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 Samoi
Where is Samoi located?
Samoi village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samoi?
Samoi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samoi?
The pincode of Samoi is 457993.
What is the population of Samoi?
Samoi has a total population of 3,028, including 1,554 males and 1,474 females.
How many households are there in Samoi?
There are 637 households in Samoi.
What is the literacy rate in Samoi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samoi is 35.63%. Male literacy is 45.56% and female literacy is 25.17%.