Samaragan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Samaragan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Battaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samaragan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samaragan is 416733. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Samaragan 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 Samaragan
As per Census 2011, Samaragan village has a total population of 414 people, consisting of 199 males and 215 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 350 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samaragan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 414 | 199 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 170 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 114 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 85 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Samaragan
Samaragan 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 Samaragan
Public transport in the Samaragan 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Samaragan is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Samaragan is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samaragan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samaragan 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 Samaragan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samaragan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samaragan
Where is Samaragan located?
Samaragan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samaragan?
The Gram Panchayat of Samaragan is Battaguda.
What is the pincode of Samaragan?
The pincode of Samaragan is 762109.
What is the population of Samaragan?
Samaragan has a total population of 414, including 199 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Samaragan?
There are 111 households in Samaragan.
What is the literacy rate in Samaragan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samaragan is 48.31%. Male literacy is 57.29% and female literacy is 40.00%.