Samantaraipur Village - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Samantaraipur is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Jamjodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samantaraipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samantaraipur is 395171. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 756131 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Samantaraipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandabali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samantaraipur
As per Census 2011, Samantaraipur village has a total population of 1,241 people, consisting of 607 males and 634 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 945 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samantaraipur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,241 | 607 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 75 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 90 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 945 | 501 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 106 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Samantaraipur
Samantaraipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Laxmiprasad | South | 1.40 km |
| Bhanupur | North | 1.41 km |
| Charitaraf | East | 1.64 km |
| Harisinghpur | West | 1.67 km |
| Baharpal | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Darapur | East | 2.13 km |
| Khadijan | South | 2.22 km |
| Rajnagar | East | 2.46 km |
| Padhisahi | West | 2.73 km |
| Sapanibindha | East | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samantaraipur
Public transport in the Samantaraipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Samantaraipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Samantaraipur is about 35 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 Samantaraipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samantaraipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Samantaraipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samantaraipur 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 Samantaraipur
Where is Samantaraipur located?
Samantaraipur village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samantaraipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samantaraipur is Jamjodi.
What is the pincode of Samantaraipur?
The pincode of Samantaraipur is 756131.
What is the population of Samantaraipur?
Samantaraipur has a total population of 1,241, including 607 males and 634 females.
How many households are there in Samantaraipur?
There are 240 households in Samantaraipur.
What is the literacy rate in Samantaraipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samantaraipur is 76.15%. Male literacy is 82.54% and female literacy is 70.03%.