Samastipur - Baheri, Darbhanga
Samastipur is a village situated in the Baheri subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baheri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Chakwa Bharwari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samastipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samastipur is 227636. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 847301 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Samastipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hayaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samastipur
As per Census 2011, Samastipur village has a total population of 989 people, consisting of 532 males and 457 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 510 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samastipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 989 | 532 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 185 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 315 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 510 | 217 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Samastipur
Samastipur 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 Samastipur
Samastipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Samastipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Samastipur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samastipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samastipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samastipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samastipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Samastipur
Where is Samastipur located?
Samastipur village is located in Baheri Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samastipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samastipur is Chakwa Bharwari.
What is the pincode of Samastipur?
The pincode of Samastipur is 847301.
What is the population of Samastipur?
Samastipur has a total population of 989, including 532 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Samastipur?
There are 233 households in Samastipur.
What is the literacy rate in Samastipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samastipur is 48.43%. Male literacy is 59.21% and female literacy is 35.89%.