Samia - Kakatpur, Puri
Samia is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kotakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samia is 409143. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Samia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samia
According to the 2011 Census, Samia village had a total population of 570 people, including 297 males and 273 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.10%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 94.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 195.
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 | 570 | 297 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 98 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 252 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 45 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Samia
Samia 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 Samia
Samia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nimapada to Samia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Samia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Samia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samia
Where is Samia located?
Samia village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samia?
The Gram Panchayat of Samia is Kotakana.
What is the pincode of Samia?
The pincode of Samia is 752108.
What is the population of Samia?
Samia had a total population of 570, including 297 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Samia?
Samia had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samia was 95.10%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 94.72%.