Samkona - Remuna, Balasore
Samkona is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 6 km from Baleshwar. Kuruda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samkona is 392780. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 756056 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Samkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samkona
According to the 2011 Census, Samkona village had a total population of 23 people, including 9 males and 14 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.38%, with male literacy at 62.50% and female literacy at 46.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Samkona
Samkona 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 Samkona
Public transport in the Samkona is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Samkona.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Samkona is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Samkona is about 6 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 Samkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samkona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Samkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samkona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Samkona
Where is Samkona located?
Samkona village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Samkona is Kuruda.
What is the pincode of Samkona?
The pincode of Samkona is 756056.
What is the population of Samkona?
Samkona had a total population of 23, including 9 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Samkona?
Samkona had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samkona was 52.38%. Male literacy was 62.50% and female literacy was 46.15%.