Samardafa - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Samardafa is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rairangpur and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Sanpakhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samardafa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samardafa is 388184. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Samardafa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samardafa
As per Census 2011, Samardafa village has a total population of 303 people, consisting of 148 males and 155 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samardafa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 148 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 29 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 142 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 81 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 67 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Samardafa
Samardafa 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 Samardafa
Public transport in the Samardafa is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Samardafa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Samardafa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Samardafa 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 Samardafa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samardafa 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 Samardafa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samardafa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samardafa
Where is Samardafa located?
Samardafa village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samardafa?
The Gram Panchayat of Samardafa is Sanpakhana.
What is the pincode of Samardafa?
The pincode of Samardafa is 757043.
What is the population of Samardafa?
Samardafa has a total population of 303, including 148 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Samardafa?
There are 62 households in Samardafa.
What is the literacy rate in Samardafa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samardafa is 37.62%. Male literacy is 54.73% and female literacy is 21.29%.