Samarbandha - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Samarbandha is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samarbandha is 416256. The village covers a total geographical area of 377 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Baliguda is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Samarbandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samarbandha
As per Census 2011, Samarbandha village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 86 males and 85 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 126 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samarbandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 86 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 63 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 42 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Samarbandha
Samarbandha 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 Samarbandha
Public transport in the Samarbandha 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baliguda to Samarbandha is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Samarbandha is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samarbandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samarbandha 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 Samarbandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samarbandha 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 Samarbandha
Where is Samarbandha located?
Samarbandha village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samarbandha?
Samarbandha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samarbandha?
The pincode of Samarbandha is 762011.
What is the population of Samarbandha?
Samarbandha has a total population of 171, including 86 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Samarbandha?
There are 37 households in Samarbandha.
What is the literacy rate in Samarbandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samarbandha is 43.86%. Male literacy is 51.16% and female literacy is 36.47%.