Shamsundar Pur - Dasarathpur, Jajpur
Shamsundar Pur is a village situated in the Dasarathpur tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Mangalpur and around 20 km from Jajapur . Jayantra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shamsundar Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shamsundar Pur is 402093. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 755006 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Shamsundar Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jajpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Shamsundar Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Shamsundar Pur village had a total population of 738 people, including 365 males and 373 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.63%, with male literacy at 95.78% and female literacy at 79.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 738 | 365 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 318 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 47 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Shamsundar Pur
Shamsundar Pur 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 Shamsundar Pur
Shamsundar Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jajapur to Shamsundar Pur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jajapur to Shamsundar Pur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shamsundar Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shamsundar Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shamsundar Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shamsundar Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shamsundar Pur
Where is Shamsundar Pur located?
Shamsundar Pur village is located in Dasarathpur Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Shamsundar Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shamsundar Pur is Jayantra.
What is the pincode of Shamsundar Pur?
The pincode of Shamsundar Pur is 755006.
What is the population of Shamsundar Pur?
Shamsundar Pur had a total population of 738, including 365 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Shamsundar Pur?
Shamsundar Pur had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shamsundar Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shamsundar Pur was 87.63%. Male literacy was 95.78% and female literacy was 79.83%.