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
According to the 2011 Census, Samana village had a total population of 294 people, including 149 males and 145 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.34%, with male literacy at 15.65% and female literacy at 21.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 294.
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 | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 294, including 149 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Samana?
Samana had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samana was 18.34%. Male literacy was 15.65% and female literacy was 21.05%.