Samjia - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Samjia is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 31.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Samjia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samjia is 310782. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.79 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Bajurghat is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Samjia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samjia
As per Census 2011, Samjia village has a total population of 1,861 people, consisting of 983 males and 878 females. The village has 450 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,291 literate and 570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 661 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samjia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,861 | 983 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 111 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 661 | 360 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 29 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,291 | 729 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 254 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Samjia
Samjia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nabagram | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Raynanda | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Bhomar | East | 2.12 km |
| Barait | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Dewan | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Chak Jayanti | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Daudpur | South | 3.11 km |
| Chandipur | East | 3.18 km |
| Basanti | East | 3.18 km |
| Uttar Rusulpur | South | 3.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samjia
Samjia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bajurghat to Samjia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Samjia is about 31.8 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 Samjia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samjia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Samjia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samjia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samjia
Where is Samjia located?
Samjia village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samjia?
Samjia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Samjia?
The pincode of Samjia is 733141.
What is the population of Samjia?
Samjia has a total population of 1,861, including 983 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Samjia?
There are 450 households in Samjia.
What is the literacy rate in Samjia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samjia is 69.37%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 64.01%.