Samagota - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Samagota is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samagota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samagota is 417372. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Samagota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samagota
According to the 2011 Census, Samagota village had a total population of 57 people, including 27 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.02%, with male literacy at 72.00% and female literacy at 26.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 9 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Samagota
Samagota 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 Samagota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Samagota.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Samagota is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Samagota is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samagota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samagota 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Samagota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samagota 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 Samagota
Where is Samagota located?
Samagota village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samagota?
The Gram Panchayat of Samagota is Badabanga.
What is the pincode of Samagota?
The pincode of Samagota is 762104.
What is the population of Samagota?
Samagota had a total population of 57, including 27 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Samagota?
Samagota had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samagota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samagota was 49.02%. Male literacy was 72.00% and female literacy was 26.92%.