Samdhar - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Samdhar is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Tol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samdhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samdhar is 043142. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.43 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Samdhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samdhar
As per Census 2011, Samdhar village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 31 males and 38 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,225 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 30 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samdhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 8 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Samdhar
Samdhar 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 Samdhar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Samdhar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Samdhar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Samdhar is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samdhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samdhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samdhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samdhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samdhar
Where is Samdhar located?
Samdhar village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samdhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Samdhar is Tol.
What is the pincode of Samdhar?
The pincode of Samdhar is 249161.
What is the population of Samdhar?
Samdhar has a total population of 69, including 31 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Samdhar?
There are 20 households in Samdhar.
What is the literacy rate in Samdhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samdhar is 56.52%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 42.11%.