Samati - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Samati is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from Betasing and around 49 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samati is 273712. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samati
According to the 2011 Census, Samati village had a total population of 448 people, including 226 males and 222 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.52%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 65.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 448 | 226 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 218 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 161 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 65 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Samati
Samati 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 Samati
Samati is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Samati is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samati
Where is Samati located?
Samati village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Samati?
The pincode of Samati is 794115.
What is the population of Samati?
Samati had a total population of 448, including 226 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Samati?
Samati had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samati was 73.52%. Male literacy was 80.90% and female literacy was 65.79%.