Samagan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Samagan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samagan is 416594. The village covers a total geographical area of 215 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Samagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samagan
As per Census 2011, Samagan village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 74 males and 86 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,162 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 74 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 19 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 55 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Samagan
Samagan 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 Samagan
Public transport in the Samagan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Samagan is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Samagan is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samagan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samagan 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 Samagan
Where is Samagan located?
Samagan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Samagan is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Samagan?
The pincode of Samagan is 762110.
What is the population of Samagan?
Samagan has a total population of 160, including 74 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Samagan?
There are 32 households in Samagan.
What is the literacy rate in Samagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samagan is 31.88%. Male literacy is 25.68% and female literacy is 37.21%.