Sameda - Azamgarh
Sameda is a village situated in the Azamgarh tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Azamgarh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Sameda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sameda is 193849. The village covers a total geographical area of 1037.4 hectares and falls under the 276207 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sameda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mubarakpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sameda
As per Census 2011, Sameda village has a total population of 8,619 people, consisting of 4,329 males and 4,290 females. The village has 1,226 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,377 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,824 literate and 3,795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sameda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,619 | 4,329 | 4,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,377 | 711 | 666 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,549 | 781 | 768 |
| Literate Population | 4,824 | 2,808 | 2,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,795 | 1,521 | 2,274 |
Nearby Villages of Sameda
Sameda 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 Sameda
Sameda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sameda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Azamgarh to Sameda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sameda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sameda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sameda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sameda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sameda
Where is Sameda located?
Sameda village is located in Azamgarh Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sameda?
Sameda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sameda?
The pincode of Sameda is 276207.
What is the population of Sameda?
Sameda has a total population of 8,619, including 4,329 males and 4,290 females.
How many households are there in Sameda?
There are 1,226 households in Sameda.
What is the literacy rate in Sameda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sameda is 55.97%. Male literacy is 64.86% and female literacy is 46.99%.