Samkona
Samkona is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kuruda is the gram panchayat of Samkona village.
Samkona has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Samkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samkona is 392780. The village spans a total geographical area of 49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756056. Baleshwar is nearest town to Samkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Samkona
Population of Samkona
Below is a concise population overview of Samkona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samkona village:
- The total population of Samkona village is around 23, including approximately 9 males and 14 females, with a sex ratio of 1555 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2 children aged 0–6 years in Samkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Samkona village has 3 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Samkona village is about 47.83%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 42.86%.
- There are around 5 households in Samkona village.
Connectivity of Samkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samkona. As per the 2011 stats, Samkona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Samkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samkona
- Where is Samkona located?
- Samkona village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samkona?
- The Gram Panchayat of Samkona is Kuruda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Samkona?
- The pincode of Samkona is 756056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samkona is 23, with 9 males and 14 females.
- How many households are there in Samkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samkona village has a total of 5 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samkona is 47.83%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 42.86%.