Samera - Harraiya, Basti
Samera is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Semra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samera is 180119. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.6 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode.
Samera 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 Samera
According to the 2011 Census, Samera village had a total population of 427 people, including 195 males and 232 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.59%, with male literacy at 78.70% and female literacy at 65.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285.
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 | 427 | 195 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 26 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 125 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 133 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 62 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Samera
Samera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mimal Jot Tiwari | North-West | 0.47 km |
| Dariyauna | South-East | 0.61 km |
| Mimal Jot Misir | West | 0.72 km |
| Surjupur | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Kuwrapur | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Jamuni Jot | North | 1.08 km |
| Nande Kwanw | North | 1.30 km |
| Babhanpura Ghanshyamjot | South | 1.35 km |
| Nagarupur | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Ranipur Durwasa | East | 1.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samera
The nearest railway station is Ulna Bhari, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Samera is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Samera
Where is Samera located?
Samera village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samera?
The Gram Panchayat of Samera is Semra.
What is the pincode of Samera?
The pincode of Samera is 272001.
What is the population of Samera?
Samera had a total population of 427, including 195 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Samera?
Samera had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samera was 71.59%. Male literacy was 78.70% and female literacy was 65.26%.