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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Samauda village has a total population of 519 people, consisting of 256 males and 263 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samauda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 519 | 256 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 32 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 519, including 256 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Samauda?
There are 87 households in Samauda.
What is the literacy rate in Samauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samauda is 60.69%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 49.81%.