Samarhati - Shivaji Nagar, Samastipur
Samarhati is a village situated in the Shivaji Nagar subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shivaji Nagar and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Jakhar Dharampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samarhati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samarhati is 236433. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 848117 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Samarhati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samarhati
As per Census 2011, Samarhati village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 82 males and 79 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 40 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samarhati are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 61 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Samarhati
Samarhati 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 Samarhati
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Samarhati. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Samarhati.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rosera to Samarhati is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Samarhati is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samarhati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samarhati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samarhati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samarhati 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 Samarhati
Where is Samarhati located?
Samarhati village is located in Shivaji Nagar Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samarhati?
The Gram Panchayat of Samarhati is Jakhar Dharampur.
What is the pincode of Samarhati?
The pincode of Samarhati is 848117.
What is the population of Samarhati?
Samarhati has a total population of 161, including 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Samarhati?
There are 33 households in Samarhati.
What is the literacy rate in Samarhati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samarhati is 24.84%. Male literacy is 25.61% and female literacy is 24.05%.