Samrai - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Samrai is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Samrai 450 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samrai is 028922. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 143604 pincode. Dera Baba Nanak is the nearest town.
Samrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samrai
According to the 2011 Census, Samrai village had a total population of 729 people, including 380 males and 349 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.06%, with male literacy at 83.14% and female literacy at 76.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 729 | 380 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 286 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 94 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Samrai
Samrai 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 Samrai
Public transport in the Samrai is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Samrai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Samrai is about 35 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 Samrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samrai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samrai
Where is Samrai located?
Samrai village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Samrai is Samrai 450.
What is the pincode of Samrai?
The pincode of Samrai is 143604.
What is the population of Samrai?
Samrai had a total population of 729, including 380 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Samrai?
Samrai had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samrai was 80.06%. Male literacy was 83.14% and female literacy was 76.62%.