Samitanga - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Samitanga is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Purunahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samitanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samitanga is 399911. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 754131 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Samitanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samitanga
According to the 2011 Census, Samitanga village had a total population of 698 people, including 362 males and 336 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.63%, with male literacy at 89.49% and female literacy at 77.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 234.
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 | 698 | 362 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 48 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 234 | 126 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 521 | 281 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 81 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Samitanga
Samitanga 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 Samitanga
Samitanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Cuttack to Samitanga is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Samitanga is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samitanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samitanga 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samitanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samitanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samitanga
Where is Samitanga located?
Samitanga village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samitanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Samitanga is Purunahat.
What is the pincode of Samitanga?
The pincode of Samitanga is 754131.
What is the population of Samitanga?
Samitanga had a total population of 698, including 362 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Samitanga?
Samitanga had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samitanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samitanga was 83.63%. Male literacy was 89.49% and female literacy was 77.67%.