Saman Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Saman Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 85 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Samangaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saman Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saman Gaon is 042852. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.02 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Saman Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saman Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Saman Gaon village had a total population of 1,168 people, including 589 males and 579 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.98%, with male literacy at 90.68% and female literacy at 51.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,168 | 589 | 579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 438 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 151 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Saman Gaon
Saman Gaon 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 Saman Gaon
Public transport in the Saman Gaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Saman Gaon.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Saman Gaon is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Saman Gaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saman Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saman Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saman Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saman Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saman Gaon
Where is Saman Gaon located?
Saman Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saman Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Saman Gaon is Samangaon.
What is the pincode of Saman Gaon?
The pincode of Saman Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Saman Gaon?
Saman Gaon had a total population of 1,168, including 589 males and 579 females.
How many households are there in Saman Gaon?
Saman Gaon had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saman Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saman Gaon was 70.98%. Male literacy was 90.68% and female literacy was 51.24%.