Samaspur - Farakka, Murshidabad
Samaspur is a village situated in the Farakka subdivision of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. Beniagram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samaspur is 313810. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.46 hectares and falls under the 742202 pincode. Dhulian is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Samaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Samaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Samaspur village had a total population of 1,615 people, including 817 males and 798 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.23%, with male literacy at 71.93% and female literacy at 54.05%.
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 | 1,615 | 817 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 345 | 165 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 469 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 348 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Samaspur
Samaspur 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 Samaspur
Samaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Samaspur.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhulian to Samaspur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Samaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samaspur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samaspur
Where is Samaspur located?
Samaspur village is located in Farakka Subdivision, Murshidabad district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samaspur is Beniagram.
What is the pincode of Samaspur?
The pincode of Samaspur is 742202.
What is the population of Samaspur?
Samaspur had a total population of 1,615, including 817 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Samaspur?
Samaspur had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samaspur was 63.23%. Male literacy was 71.93% and female literacy was 54.05%.