Samal(R.F) - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Samal(R.F) is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Gada Nrusingha Prasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samal(R.F) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samal(R.F) is 402590. The village covers a total geographical area of 523 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Samal(R.F) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samal(R.F)
According to the 2011 Census, Samal(R.F) village had a total population of 52 people, including 26 males and 26 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.27%, with male literacy at 59.09% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Samal(R.F)
Samal(R.F) 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 Samal(R.F)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Samal(R.F).
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Samal(R.F) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Samal(R.F) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samal(R.F)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samal(R.F) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samal(R.F)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samal(R.F) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samal(R.F)
Where is Samal(R.F) located?
Samal(R.F) village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samal(R.F)?
The Gram Panchayat of Samal(R.F) is Gada Nrusingha Prasad.
What is the pincode of Samal(R.F)?
The pincode of Samal(R.F) is 759017.
What is the population of Samal(R.F)?
Samal(R.F) had a total population of 52, including 26 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Samal(R.F)?
Samal(R.F) had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samal(R.F)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samal(R.F) was 52.27%. Male literacy was 59.09% and female literacy was 45.45%.