Samal
About Samal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Samal village is 402558. Samal village is located in Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhuban (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Gada Nrusingha Prasad is the gram panchayat of Samal village.
The total geographical area of village is 262 hectares. Samal has a total population of 541 peoples, out of which male population is 255 while female population is 286. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1121 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of samal village is 71.53% out of which 81.57% males and 62.59% females are literate. There are about 109 houses in samal village. Pincode of samal village locality is 759017.
When it comes to administration, Samal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Samal village comes under Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Bhuban is nearest town to samal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Samal
The population details of Samal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 541 | 255 | 286 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 67 | 26 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 387 | 208 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 47 | 107 |
Connectivity of Samal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Samal
Where is Samal located?
Samal village is situated in Bhuban Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samal?
The Gram Panchayat of Samal is Gada Nrusingha Prasad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Samal?
The pincode of Samal is 759017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samal is 541, with 255 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Samal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samal village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samal is 71.53%. The male literacy rate is 81.57%, while the female literacy rate is 62.59%.