Samudpani - Salhewara, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Samudpani is a village situated in the Salhewara tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 98 km from Chhuikhadan and around 150 km from Rajnandgaon. Samundpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samudpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samudpani is 440227. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.63 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Gandai is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Samudpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khairagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samudpani
According to the 2011 Census, Samudpani village had a total population of 272 people, including 139 males and 133 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.24%, with male literacy at 52.78% and female literacy at 34.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 234.
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 | 272 | 139 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 118 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 57 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 82 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Samudpani
Samudpani 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 Samudpani
Samudpani 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 NA |
| 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 Gandai to Samudpani is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Samudpani is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samudpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samudpani 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 Samudpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samudpani 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 Samudpani
Where is Samudpani located?
Samudpani village is located in Salhewara Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samudpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Samudpani is Samundpani.
What is the pincode of Samudpani?
The pincode of Samudpani is 491888.
What is the population of Samudpani?
Samudpani had a total population of 272, including 139 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Samudpani?
Samudpani had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samudpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samudpani was 43.24%. Male literacy was 52.78% and female literacy was 34.21%.