Samapala - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Samapala is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sindhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samapala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samapala is 424233. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Samapala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samapala
As per Census 2011, Samapala village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 107 males and 120 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samapala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 107 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 61 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 48 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 59 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Samapala
Samapala 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 Samapala
Samapala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Samapala is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samapala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samapala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Samapala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samapala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samapala
Where is Samapala located?
Samapala village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samapala?
The Gram Panchayat of Samapala is Sindhipadar.
What is the pincode of Samapala?
The pincode of Samapala is 766037.
What is the population of Samapala?
Samapala has a total population of 227, including 107 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Samapala?
There are 50 households in Samapala.
What is the literacy rate in Samapala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samapala is 28.19%. Male literacy is 44.86% and female literacy is 13.33%.