Samasundarpur - Simulia, Balasore
Samasundarpur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Similia and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Samasundarpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samasundarpur is 394245. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Samasundarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samasundarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Samasundarpur village had a total population of 2,086 people, including 1,076 males and 1,010 females, living in 451 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.56%, with male literacy at 93.83% and female literacy at 80.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 417.
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 | 2,086 | 1,076 | 1,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 136 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,591 | 882 | 709 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 194 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Samasundarpur
Samasundarpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutari | North | 1.14 km |
| Bamatia | South | 1.34 km |
| Dianpurusottampur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Basukharji | East | 1.58 km |
| Kuanrpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Chandighar | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Maharana | North | 2.21 km |
| Jaganathapur | South | 2.22 km |
| Murtunga | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Dadhibamanpur | North-East | 2.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samasundarpur
Samasundarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Samasundarpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Samasundarpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samasundarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samasundarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samasundarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samasundarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samasundarpur
Where is Samasundarpur located?
Samasundarpur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samasundarpur?
Samasundarpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samasundarpur?
The pincode of Samasundarpur is 756134.
What is the population of Samasundarpur?
Samasundarpur had a total population of 2,086, including 1,076 males and 1,010 females.
How many households are there in Samasundarpur?
Samasundarpur had 451 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samasundarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samasundarpur was 87.56%. Male literacy was 93.83% and female literacy was 80.84%.