Samani - Mahishi, Saharsa
Samani is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Telwa West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samani is 226354. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Samani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahishi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samani
According to the 2011 Census, Samani village had a total population of 2,824 people, including 1,464 males and 1,360 females, living in 572 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.17%, with male literacy at 71.39% and female literacy at 41.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 735, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,824 | 1,464 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 258 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 735 | 375 | 360 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 861 | 462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,501 | 603 | 898 |
Nearby Villages of Samani
Samani 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 Samani
Samani 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 >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 Saharsa to Samani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samani 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 Samani
Where is Samani located?
Samani village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samani?
The Gram Panchayat of Samani is Telwa West.
What is the pincode of Samani?
The pincode of Samani is 852216.
What is the population of Samani?
Samani had a total population of 2,824, including 1,464 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Samani?
Samani had 572 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samani was 57.17%. Male literacy was 71.39% and female literacy was 41.70%.