Samantarapur - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Samantarapur is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Samantarapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samantarapur is 397526. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 754104 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Samantarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samantarapur
According to the 2011 Census, Samantarapur village had a total population of 1,272 people, including 625 males and 647 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.98%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 84.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 1,272 | 625 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 552 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 73 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Samantarapur
Samantarapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ukusahi | East | 0.58 km |
| Muraripur | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Nuapada | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Ineitulapur | North | 1.81 km |
| Parakana | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Gobardhanpur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Jagadeipur | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Kolar | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Pailo | East | 2.47 km |
| Ranitola | South | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samantarapur
The nearest railway station is Rahama, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Samantarapur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Samantarapur
Where is Samantarapur located?
Samantarapur village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samantarapur?
Samantarapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samantarapur?
The pincode of Samantarapur is 754104.
What is the population of Samantarapur?
Samantarapur had a total population of 1,272, including 625 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Samantarapur?
Samantarapur had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samantarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samantarapur was 90.98%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 84.81%.