Samachar - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Samachar is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 38.4 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Talowan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samachar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samachar is 316543. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.32 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Samachar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samachar
As per Census 2011, Samachar village has a total population of 547 people, consisting of 287 males and 260 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 352 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samachar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Samachar
Samachar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamra | South-West | 0.98 km |
| Taloan | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Tarachi | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Dwaruri | South | 1.48 km |
| Paschim Gamini | North | 1.66 km |
| Lokra | West | 1.88 km |
| Ram Bhadrapur | South | 2.02 km |
| Purba Kalikapur | South | 2.33 km |
| Katigram | West | 2.61 km |
| Lachhiator | North-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samachar
Samachar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rampurhat to Samachar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Samachar is about 38.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samachar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samachar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Samachar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samachar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samachar
Where is Samachar located?
Samachar village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samachar?
The Gram Panchayat of Samachar is Talowan.
What is the pincode of Samachar?
The pincode of Samachar is 731216.
What is the population of Samachar?
Samachar has a total population of 547, including 287 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Samachar?
There are 132 households in Samachar.
What is the literacy rate in Samachar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samachar is 73.86%. Male literacy is 80.84% and female literacy is 66.15%.