Samundra - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Samundra is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Samundra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samundra is 032053. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 146021 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Samundra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samundra
As per Census 2011, Samundra village has a total population of 2,681 people, consisting of 1,359 males and 1,322 females. The village has 561 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,957 literate and 724 illiterate residents. Additionally, 911 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samundra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,681 | 1,359 | 1,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 162 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 911 | 471 | 440 |
| Literate Population | 1,957 | 1,060 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 299 | 425 |
Nearby Villages of Samundra
Samundra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Guru | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Ramgarh | East | 1.01 km |
| Chak Singha | West | 1.50 km |
| Chak Hajipur | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Chak Phullu | North | 1.88 km |
| Dhamai | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Najarpur | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Ghagon Guru | North | 3.19 km |
| Rurki Khas | West | 3.21 km |
| Sahungra | North-East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samundra
Samundra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hoshiarpur to Samundra is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samundra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samundra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samundra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samundra 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 Samundra
Where is Samundra located?
Samundra village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samundra?
Samundra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samundra?
The pincode of Samundra is 146021.
What is the population of Samundra?
Samundra has a total population of 2,681, including 1,359 males and 1,322 females.
How many households are there in Samundra?
There are 561 households in Samundra.
What is the literacy rate in Samundra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samundra is 73.00%. Male literacy is 78.00% and female literacy is 67.85%.