Samanpur - Nimdih, Saraikela Kharsawan
Samanpur is a village situated in the Nimdih subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Chandil and around 71 km from Seraikela-kharsawan. Samanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samanpur is 379086. The village covers a total geographical area of 697 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode.
Samanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ranchi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samanpur
As per Census 2011, Samanpur village has a total population of 1,803 people, consisting of 922 males and 881 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 898 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,380 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,803 | 922 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 150 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,380 | 700 | 680 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 572 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 350 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Samanpur
Samanpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Makula | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Rupadih | West | 2.40 km |
| Dahubera | South | 2.79 km |
| Pharenga | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Chamta | East | 3.25 km |
| Bamni | West | 3.30 km |
| Chaliama | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Dangardih | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Baghadih | West | 3.40 km |
| Madhupur | North | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samanpur
Samanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nimdih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Seraikela-kharsawan to Samanpur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samanpur
Where is Samanpur located?
Samanpur village is located in Nimdih Subdivision, Saraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samanpur?
Samanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samanpur?
The pincode of Samanpur is 833104.
What is the population of Samanpur?
Samanpur has a total population of 1,803, including 922 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Samanpur?
There are 368 households in Samanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Samanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samanpur is 50.19%. Male literacy is 62.04% and female literacy is 37.80%.