Samaon - Mansa
Samaon is a village situated in the Mansa tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 19 km from Mansa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sammou serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samaon is 036134. The village covers a total geographical area of 1238 hectares and falls under the 151504 pincode. Bhikhi is the nearest town.
Samaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samaon
As per Census 2011, Samaon village has a total population of 4,672 people, consisting of 2,491 males and 2,181 females. The village has 884 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 542 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,253 literate and 2,419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,653 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,672 | 2,491 | 2,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 542 | 287 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,653 | 859 | 794 |
| Literate Population | 2,253 | 1,295 | 958 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,419 | 1,196 | 1,223 |
Nearby Villages of Samaon
Samaon 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 Samaon
Samaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Samaon is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samaon
Where is Samaon located?
Samaon village is located in Mansa Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Samaon is Sammou.
What is the pincode of Samaon?
The pincode of Samaon is 151504.
What is the population of Samaon?
Samaon has a total population of 4,672, including 2,491 males and 2,181 females.
How many households are there in Samaon?
There are 884 households in Samaon.
What is the literacy rate in Samaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samaon is 48.22%. Male literacy is 51.99% and female literacy is 43.92%.