Samalai

Samalai is a village located in Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Buguda (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Karachuli is the gram panchayat of Samalai village.

Samalai has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Samalai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samalai is 410356. The village spans a total geographical area of 337 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761121. Buguda is nearest town to Samalai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Samalai

Below is a concise population overview of Samalai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 272 136 136
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 23 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 102 54 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 118 54 64
Literate Population 158 94 64
Illiterate Population 114 42 72

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samalai village:

  • The total population of Samalai village is around 272, including approximately 136 males and 136 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Samalai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Samalai village has 102 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 118 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Samalai village is about 58.09%, with male literacy at 69.12% and female literacy at 47.06%.
  • There are around 65 households in Samalai village.

Connectivity of Samalai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samalai. As per the 2011 stats, Samalai 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Samalai

Knowing the nearby villages of Samalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samalai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Samalai

Where is Samalai located?
Samalai village is situated in Buguda Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Samalai is Karachuli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Samalai?
The pincode of Samalai is 761121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samalai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samalai is 272, with 136 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Samalai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samalai village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samalai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samalai is 58.09%. The male literacy rate is 69.12%, while the female literacy rate is 47.06%.