Samda - Churhat, Sidhi
Samda is a village situated in the Churhat tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Churhat and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Saliaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samda is 502507. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.53 hectares and falls under the 486661 pincode. Churhat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Samda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Churhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samda
As per Census 2011, Samda village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 89 males and 90 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 89 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 65 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 24 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Samda
Samda 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 Samda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Samda.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Churhat to Samda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Samda is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samda
Where is Samda located?
Samda village is located in Churhat Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samda?
The Gram Panchayat of Samda is Saliaya.
What is the pincode of Samda?
The pincode of Samda is 486661.
What is the population of Samda?
Samda has a total population of 179, including 89 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Samda?
There are 49 households in Samda.
What is the literacy rate in Samda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samda is 67.60%. Male literacy is 73.03% and female literacy is 62.22%.