Samda - Mahmudabad, Sitapur
Samda is a village situated in the Mahmudabad tehsil of Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahmudabad and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sitapur. Samda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samda is 138763. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.85 hectares and falls under the 261203 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Samda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahmoodabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sitapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samda
According to the 2011 Census, Samda village had a total population of 2,251 people, including 1,191 males and 1,060 females, living in 415 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.55%, with male literacy at 64.13% and female literacy at 41.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 489.
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 | 2,251 | 1,191 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 207 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 268 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 631 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,262 | 560 | 702 |
Nearby Villages of Samda
Samda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seluhoamau | West | 0.25 km |
| Gaura Sallak | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Ranni | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Chhatwara | South | 1.93 km |
| Bheria | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Gauria | West | 2.40 km |
| Kanjia | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Chraiya | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Shikarpur | North | 2.63 km |
| Sauranga | South | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samda
Samda 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 Paintepur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitapur to Samda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitapur to Samda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Samda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samda 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 Samda
Where is Samda located?
Samda village is located in Mahmudabad Tehsil, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samda?
Samda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samda?
The pincode of Samda is 261203.
What is the population of Samda?
Samda had a total population of 2,251, including 1,191 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Samda?
Samda had 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samda was 53.55%. Male literacy was 64.13% and female literacy was 41.48%.