Samarkota - Narala, Kalahandi
Samarkota is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Narla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samarkota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samarkota is 422851. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Samarkota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samarkota
According to the 2011 Census, Samarkota village had a total population of 241 people, including 136 males and 105 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 772 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.54%, with male literacy at 47.11% and female literacy at 26.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 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 |
Transport and Connectivity of Samarkota
Public transport in the Samarkota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Samarkota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Samarkota is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Samarkota is about 37 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 Samarkota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samarkota 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 Samarkota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samarkota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samarkota
Where is Samarkota located?
Samarkota village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samarkota?
The Gram Panchayat of Samarkota is Narla.
What is the pincode of Samarkota?
The pincode of Samarkota is 766100.
What is the population of Samarkota?
Samarkota had a total population of 241, including 136 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Samarkota?
Samarkota had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samarkota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samarkota was 38.54%. Male literacy was 47.11% and female literacy was 26.19%.