Samnapur Kalan - Gairatganj, Raisen
Samnapur Kalan is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Samnapurkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samnapur Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samnapur Kalan is 483980. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.92 hectares and falls under the 464884 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Samnapur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samnapur Kalan
As per Census 2011, Samnapur Kalan village has a total population of 1,203 people, consisting of 622 males and 581 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 908 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 513 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samnapur Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,203 | 622 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 71 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 274 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 504 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 118 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Samnapur Kalan
Samnapur Kalan 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 Kalan
Samnapur Kalan 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 5-10 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 Gairatganj to Samnapur Kalan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Samnapur Kalan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samnapur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samnapur Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samnapur Kalan
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 Kalan 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Samnapur Kalan
Where is Samnapur Kalan located?
Samnapur Kalan village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samnapur Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Samnapur Kalan is Samnapurkala.
What is the pincode of Samnapur Kalan?
The pincode of Samnapur Kalan is 464884.
What is the population of Samnapur Kalan?
Samnapur Kalan has a total population of 1,203, including 622 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Samnapur Kalan?
There are 273 households in Samnapur Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Samnapur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samnapur Kalan is 75.48%. Male literacy is 81.03% and female literacy is 69.54%.