Samokhan

Samokhan is a village located in Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nanpara (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Bahraich. As per 2009 stats, Samokhan village is also a gram panchayat.

Samokhan has its own place in the vibrant Bahraich region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Samokhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samokhan is 171558. The village spans a total geographical area of 311.74 hectares. Nanpara is nearest town to Samokhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Samokhan

Below is a concise population overview of Samokhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,545 1,828 1,717
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 635 317 318
Scheduled Castes (SC) 587 308 279
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,498 954 544
Illiterate Population 2,047 874 1,173

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samokhan village:

  • The total population of Samokhan village is around 3,545, including approximately 1,828 males and 1,717 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 635 children aged 0–6 years in Samokhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Samokhan village has 587 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Samokhan village is about 42.26%, with male literacy at 52.19% and female literacy at 31.68%.
  • There are around 593 households in Samokhan village.

Connectivity of Samokhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samokhan. As per the 2011 stats, Samokhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Samokhan

Knowing the nearby villages of Samokhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samokhan.

Jamaluddin Jot Khudad Bhari Paraspur Kaggar Parsa Khargaman Amwa Molbi Lila Para Bhadwara Pure Ramdin Kewalpur Jagannathpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Samokhan

Where is Samokhan located?
Samokhan village is situated in Nanpara Tehsil, within the Bahraich district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samokhan?
Samokhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Samokhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samokhan is 3,545, with 1,828 males and 1,717 females.
How many households are there in Samokhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samokhan village has a total of 593 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samokhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samokhan is 42.26%. The male literacy rate is 52.19%, while the female literacy rate is 31.68%.