Samoochi - Kathumar, Alwar
Samoochi is a village situated in the Kathumar tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathumar and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Samoochi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samoochi is 073815. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032 hectares and falls under the 321606 pincode. Kherli is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Samoochi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kathumar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bharatpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samoochi
As per Census 2011, Samoochi village has a total population of 6,595 people, consisting of 3,547 males and 3,048 females. The village has 1,224 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,097 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,410 literate and 3,185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 280 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samoochi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,595 | 3,547 | 3,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,097 | 570 | 527 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,373 | 1,281 | 1,092 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 163 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 3,410 | 2,312 | 1,098 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,185 | 1,235 | 1,950 |
Nearby Villages of Samoochi
Samoochi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Medpura | North | 2.20 km |
| Bangan Ka Nagla | East | 2.27 km |
| Preetampura | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Peepal Khera | North | 2.77 km |
| Alipur | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Dantiya | West | 2.83 km |
| Samantpura | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Chainpura | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Gala Khera | North | 3.42 km |
| Nagla Bhawla | South-East | 3.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samoochi
Public transport in the Samoochi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dantla, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kherli to Samoochi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alwar to Samoochi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samoochi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samoochi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samoochi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samoochi 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 Samoochi
Where is Samoochi located?
Samoochi village is located in Kathumar Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samoochi?
Samoochi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samoochi?
The pincode of Samoochi is 321606.
What is the population of Samoochi?
Samoochi has a total population of 6,595, including 3,547 males and 3,048 females.
How many households are there in Samoochi?
There are 1,224 households in Samoochi.
What is the literacy rate in Samoochi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samoochi is 51.71%. Male literacy is 65.18% and female literacy is 36.02%.