Samnapur - Paraswada, Balaghat
Samnapur is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Samanapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samnapur is 498423. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.02 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Samnapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samnapur
As per Census 2011, Samnapur village has a total population of 1,462 people, consisting of 699 males and 763 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 954 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 527 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,462 | 699 | 763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 84 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 527 | 244 | 283 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 497 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 202 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Samnapur
Samnapur 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 Samnapur
Samnapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baihar to Samnapur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Samnapur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samnapur
Where is Samnapur located?
Samnapur village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samnapur is Samanapur.
What is the pincode of Samnapur?
The pincode of Samnapur is 481111.
What is the population of Samnapur?
Samnapur has a total population of 1,462, including 699 males and 763 females.
How many households are there in Samnapur?
There are 316 households in Samnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Samnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samnapur is 65.25%. Male literacy is 71.10% and female literacy is 59.90%.