Samrod - Jamner, Jalgaon
Samrod is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Samrod village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samrod is 528129. The village covers a total geographical area of 2329 hectares and falls under the 424206 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Samrod village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samrod
As per Census 2011, Samrod village has a total population of 3,423 people, consisting of 1,787 males and 1,636 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,200 literate and 1,223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samrod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,423 | 1,787 | 1,636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 239 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 619 | 325 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 2,200 | 1,283 | 917 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,223 | 504 | 719 |
Nearby Villages of Samrod
Samrod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shankarpura | East | 1.62 km |
| Nagan Kh . | North | 2.19 km |
| Amkhede | South | 2.24 km |
| Tighre Wadgaon | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Wadgaon Tighre | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Kalkhede | North | 4.45 km |
| Talegaon | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Savarle | South | 4.70 km |
| Takarkhede | West | 5.19 km |
| Rampura | North-West | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samrod
Samrod is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Samrod is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Samrod is about 47 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 Samrod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samrod 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 Samrod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samrod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Samrod
Where is Samrod located?
Samrod village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samrod?
Samrod is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samrod?
The pincode of Samrod is 424206.
What is the population of Samrod?
Samrod has a total population of 3,423, including 1,787 males and 1,636 females.
How many households are there in Samrod?
There are 763 households in Samrod.
What is the literacy rate in Samrod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samrod is 64.27%. Male literacy is 71.80% and female literacy is 56.05%.