Samdarga - Ausa, Latur
Samdarga is a village situated in the Ausa tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ausa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Samdarga village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samdarga is 560612. The village covers a total geographical area of 855.49 hectares and falls under the 413520 pincode. Ausa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Samdarga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Latur Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samdarga
According to the 2011 Census, Samdarga village had a total population of 1,695 people, including 870 males and 825 females, living in 405 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.11%, with male literacy at 84.84% and female literacy at 73.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 1,695 | 870 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 649 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 221 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Samdarga
Samdarga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khanapur | East | 2.39 km |
| Korangala | West | 2.81 km |
| Haldurg | North-West | 3.23 km |
| Barhanpur | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Borphal | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Lakhangaon | North | 4.29 km |
| Shindalwadi | South | 4.51 km |
| Yeloriwadi | South-West | 4.51 km |
| Yelori | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Bhada | North-West | 6.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samdarga
Public transport in the Samdarga is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harangul, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ausa to Samdarga is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Samdarga is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samdarga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samdarga 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samdarga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samdarga 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 Samdarga
Where is Samdarga located?
Samdarga village is located in Ausa Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Samdarga?
Samdarga is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samdarga?
The pincode of Samdarga is 413520.
What is the population of Samdarga?
Samdarga had a total population of 1,695, including 870 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Samdarga?
Samdarga had 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samdarga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samdarga was 79.11%. Male literacy was 84.84% and female literacy was 73.02%.