Samundra
Samundra is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Samundra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Samundra unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Samundra’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Samundra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samundra is 032053. The village spans a total geographical area of 296 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144532. Garhshankar is nearest town to Samundra village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Samundra
Population of Samundra
According to the 2011 Census, Samundra has a total population of about 2,681, with approximately 1,359 males and 1,322 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 295 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 911 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.00%, with male literacy at about 78.00% and female literacy near 67.85%. There are around 561 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Samundra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,957 | 1,060 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 299 | 425 |
Connectivity of Samundra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samundra. As per the 2011 stats, Samundra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samundra
Knowing the nearby villages of Samundra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samundra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samundra
- Where is Samundra located?
- Samundra village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samundra?
- Samundra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Samundra?
- The pincode of Samundra is 144532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samundra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samundra is 2,681, with 1,359 males and 1,322 females.
- How many households are there in Samundra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samundra village has a total of 561 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samundra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samundra is 73.00%. The male literacy rate is 78.00%, while the female literacy rate is 67.85%.