Samantha - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Samantha is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Samantha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samantha is 182019. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.48 hectares and falls under the 272148 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Samantha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samantha
As per Census 2011, Samantha village has a total population of 878 people, consisting of 450 males and 428 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samantha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 450 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 111 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 245 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 205 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Samantha
Samantha 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 Samantha
Samantha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Samantha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Samantha is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samantha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samantha 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 Samantha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samantha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samantha
Where is Samantha located?
Samantha village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samantha?
Samantha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samantha?
The pincode of Samantha is 272148.
What is the population of Samantha?
Samantha has a total population of 878, including 450 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Samantha?
There are 118 households in Samantha.
What is the literacy rate in Samantha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samantha is 43.05%. Male literacy is 54.44% and female literacy is 31.07%.