Samachar
Samachar is a village located in Mayureswar I subdivision of Birbhum district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Mollarpur (tehsildar office) and 38.4km away from district headquarter Suri. As per 2009 stats, Talowan is the gram panchayat of Samachar village.
Samachar has its own place in the vibrant Birbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Samachar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samachar is 316543. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 731216. Rampurhat is nearest town to Samachar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Samachar
Below is a concise population overview of Samachar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 287 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 178 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 232 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 55 | 88 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samachar village:
- The total population of Samachar village is around 547, including approximately 287 males and 260 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Samachar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Samachar village has 352 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Samachar village is about 73.86%, with male literacy at 80.84% and female literacy at 66.15%.
- There are around 132 households in Samachar village.
Connectivity of Samachar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samachar. As per the 2011 stats, Samachar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samachar
Knowing the nearby villages of Samachar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samachar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samachar
- Where is Samachar located?
- Samachar village is situated in Mayureswar I Subdivision, within the Birbhum district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samachar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Samachar is Talowan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Samachar?
- The pincode of Samachar is 731216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samachar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samachar is 547, with 287 males and 260 females.
- How many households are there in Samachar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samachar village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samachar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samachar is 73.86%. The male literacy rate is 80.84%, while the female literacy rate is 66.15%.