Samda - Deosar, Singrauli
Samda is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Itar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samda is 503675. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.52 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 46 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 Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samda
According to the 2011 Census, Samda village had a total population of 611 people, including 315 males and 296 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.67%, with male literacy at 84.98% and female literacy at 67.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 315 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 232 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 83 | 127 |
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
Samda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Samda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Samda
Where is Samda located?
Samda village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samda?
The Gram Panchayat of Samda is Itar.
What is the pincode of Samda?
The pincode of Samda is 486886.
What is the population of Samda?
Samda had a total population of 611, including 315 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Samda?
Samda had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samda was 76.67%. Male literacy was 84.98% and female literacy was 67.60%.