Samauda - Harraiya, Basti
Samauda is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Samauda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samauda is 179661. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.37 hectares and falls under the 272128 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Samauda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samauda
According to the 2011 Census, Samauda village had a total population of 519 people, including 256 males and 263 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.27%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 60.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 519 | 256 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 32 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 184 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 72 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Samauda
Samauda 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 Samauda
Samauda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Samauda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Basti to Samauda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samauda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samauda 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 Samauda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samauda 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 Samauda
Where is Samauda located?
Samauda village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samauda?
Samauda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samauda?
The pincode of Samauda is 272128.
What is the population of Samauda?
Samauda had a total population of 519, including 256 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Samauda?
Samauda had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samauda was 71.27%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 60.09%.