Sampura - Kamrej, Surat
Sampura is a village situated in the Kamrej taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamrej and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Sampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sampura is 524125. The village covers a total geographical area of 751.88 hectares and falls under the 394330 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sampura
As per Census 2011, Sampura village has a total population of 2,857 people, consisting of 1,437 males and 1,420 females. The village has 669 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 344 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,832 literate and 1,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,739 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,857 | 1,437 | 1,420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 344 | 165 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,739 | 879 | 860 |
| Literate Population | 1,832 | 971 | 861 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 466 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Sampura
Sampura 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 Sampura
Sampura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bardoli to Sampura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Sampura is about 40 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 Sampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sampura 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 Sampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sampura
Where is Sampura located?
Sampura village is located in Kamrej Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sampura?
Sampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sampura?
The pincode of Sampura is 394330.
What is the population of Sampura?
Sampura has a total population of 2,857, including 1,437 males and 1,420 females.
How many households are there in Sampura?
There are 669 households in Sampura.
What is the literacy rate in Sampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sampura is 64.12%. Male literacy is 67.57% and female literacy is 60.63%.