Samarkota
Samarkota is a village located in Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Narala (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kurmel is the gram panchayat of Samarkota village.
Samarkota has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Samarkota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samarkota is 422851. The village spans a total geographical area of 80 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766100. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Samarkota village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Samarkota
Below is a concise population overview of Samarkota as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 241 | 136 | 105 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 69 | 60 |
Literate Population | 79 | 57 | 22 |
Illiterate Population | 162 | 79 | 83 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samarkota village:
- The total population of Samarkota village is around 241, including approximately 136 males and 105 females, with a sex ratio of 772 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Samarkota village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Samarkota village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Samarkota village is about 32.78%, with male literacy at 41.91% and female literacy at 20.95%.
- There are around 62 households in Samarkota village.
Connectivity of Samarkota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samarkota. As per the 2011 stats, Samarkota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samarkota
Knowing the nearby villages of Samarkota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samarkota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samarkota
- Where is Samarkota located?
- Samarkota village is situated in Narala Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samarkota?
- The Gram Panchayat of Samarkota is Kurmel (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Samarkota?
- The pincode of Samarkota is 766100, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samarkota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samarkota is 241, with 136 males and 105 females.
- How many households are there in Samarkota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samarkota village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samarkota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samarkota is 32.78%. The male literacy rate is 41.91%, while the female literacy rate is 20.95%.