Sama - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Sama is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Purusottampur and around 40 km from Chatrapur. Samma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sama is 412177. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 761018 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sama
As per Census 2011, Sama village has a total population of 2,071 people, consisting of 1,075 males and 996 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 235 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,405 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,071 | 1,075 | 996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 123 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 1,405 | 857 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 218 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Sama
Sama 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 Sama
Sama 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 5-10 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 Kodala to Sama is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sama is about 40 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 Sama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sama
Where is Sama located?
Sama village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sama?
The Gram Panchayat of Sama is Samma.
What is the pincode of Sama?
The pincode of Sama is 761018.
What is the population of Sama?
Sama has a total population of 2,071, including 1,075 males and 996 females.
How many households are there in Sama?
There are 410 households in Sama.
What is the literacy rate in Sama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sama is 67.84%. Male literacy is 79.72% and female literacy is 55.02%.