Samana - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Samana is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samana is 428605. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Samana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samana
As per Census 2011, Samana village has a total population of 294 people, consisting of 149 males and 145 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 131 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Samana
Samana 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 Samana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Samana.
| 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 Jeypur to Samana is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Samana is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samana 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 Samana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samana 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 Samana
Where is Samana located?
Samana village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samana?
The Gram Panchayat of Samana is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Samana?
The pincode of Samana is 764014.
What is the population of Samana?
Samana has a total population of 294, including 149 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Samana?
There are 56 households in Samana.
What is the literacy rate in Samana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samana is 14.29%. Male literacy is 12.08% and female literacy is 16.55%.