Samokhan - Nanpara, Bahraich
Samokhan is a village situated in the Nanpara tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanpara and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Samokhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samokhan is 171558. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.74 hectares and falls under the 271882 pincode. Nanpara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Samokhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samokhan
As per Census 2011, Samokhan village has a total population of 3,545 people, consisting of 1,828 males and 1,717 females. The village has 593 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,498 literate and 2,047 illiterate residents. Additionally, 587 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samokhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,545 | 1,828 | 1,717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 317 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 308 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 1,498 | 954 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,047 | 874 | 1,173 |
Nearby Villages of Samokhan
Samokhan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nibiya Begampur | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Parsa Khargaman | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Amwa Molbi | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Kaggar | West | 2.44 km |
| Bhadwara | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Lila Para | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Gaura Dhanauli | West | 2.74 km |
| Paraspur | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Bhaukhara | South | 3.25 km |
| Dhanauli Khurd | West | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samokhan
Samokhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Matera, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nanpara to Samokhan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bahraich to Samokhan is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samokhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samokhan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samokhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samokhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samokhan
Where is Samokhan located?
Samokhan village is located in Nanpara Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samokhan?
Samokhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samokhan?
The pincode of Samokhan is 271882.
What is the population of Samokhan?
Samokhan has a total population of 3,545, including 1,828 males and 1,717 females.
How many households are there in Samokhan?
There are 593 households in Samokhan.
What is the literacy rate in Samokhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samokhan is 42.26%. Male literacy is 52.19% and female literacy is 31.68%.