Samda - Sherghati, Gaya
Samda is a village situated in the Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sherghati and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Chanpi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samda is 256281. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 824211 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Samda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samda
As per Census 2011, Samda village has a total population of 1,030 people, consisting of 526 males and 504 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 430 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,030 | 526 | 504 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 87 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 227 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 430 | 260 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 266 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Samda
Samda 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 Samda
Samda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sherghati to Samda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Samda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samda
Where is Samda located?
Samda village is located in Sherghati Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samda?
The Gram Panchayat of Samda is Chanpi.
What is the pincode of Samda?
The pincode of Samda is 824211.
What is the population of Samda?
Samda has a total population of 1,030, including 526 males and 504 females.
How many households are there in Samda?
There are 193 households in Samda.
What is the literacy rate in Samda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samda is 41.75%. Male literacy is 49.43% and female literacy is 33.73%.