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
As per Census 2011, Samantarapur village has a total population of 1,272 people, consisting of 625 males and 647 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,049 literate and 223 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samantarapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,272 | 625 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,272, including 625 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Samantarapur?
There are 259 households in Samantarapur.
What is the literacy rate in Samantarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samantarapur is 82.47%. Male literacy is 88.32% and female literacy is 76.82%.