Samalbong
Samalbong is a village located in Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 42.4km away from sub-district headquarter Darjeeling. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Samalbong village. As per 2009 stats, Nayanor is the gram panchayat of Samalbong village.
Samalbong has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Samalbong
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samalbong is 306158. The village spans a total geographical area of 809.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734201. Darjeeling is nearest town to Samalbong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Samalbong
Below is a concise population overview of Samalbong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,077 | 1,035 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 126 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 876 | 437 | 439 |
| Literate Population | 1,507 | 834 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 201 | 369 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samalbong village:
- The total population of Samalbong village is around 2,077, including approximately 1,035 males and 1,042 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Samalbong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Samalbong village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 876 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Samalbong village is about 72.56%, with male literacy at 80.58% and female literacy at 64.59%.
- There are around 454 households in Samalbong village.
Connectivity of Samalbong
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samalbong. As per the 2011 stats, Samalbong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samalbong
Knowing the nearby villages of Samalbong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samalbong.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samalbong
- Where is Samalbong located?
- Samalbong village is situated in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samalbong?
- The Gram Panchayat of Samalbong is Nayanor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Samalbong?
- The pincode of Samalbong is 734201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samalbong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samalbong is 2,077, with 1,035 males and 1,042 females.
- How many households are there in Samalbong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samalbong village has a total of 454 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samalbong as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samalbong is 72.56%. The male literacy rate is 80.58%, while the female literacy rate is 64.59%.