Samdaraha - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Samdaraha is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Paterapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samdaraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samdaraha is 446081. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.75 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Samdaraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samdaraha
According to the 2011 Census, Samdaraha village had a total population of 383 people, including 183 males and 200 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.67%, with male literacy at 80.67% and female literacy at 56.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 383 | 183 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 56 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 121 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 62 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Samdaraha
Samdaraha 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 Samdaraha
Samdaraha 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saraipali to Samdaraha is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Samdaraha is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samdaraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samdaraha 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 Samdaraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samdaraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samdaraha
Where is Samdaraha located?
Samdaraha village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samdaraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Samdaraha is Paterapali.
What is the pincode of Samdaraha?
The pincode of Samdaraha is 493558.
What is the population of Samdaraha?
Samdaraha had a total population of 383, including 183 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Samdaraha?
Samdaraha had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samdaraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samdaraha was 67.67%. Male literacy was 80.67% and female literacy was 56.91%.