Samaspur - Haroa, North 24 Parganas
Samaspur is a village situated in the Haroa subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.1 km from Haroa. Kulti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samaspur is 323690. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.12 hectares and falls under the 743611 pincode. Ghatakpukur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Samaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Minakhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samaspur
As per Census 2011, Samaspur village has a total population of 1,458 people, consisting of 740 males and 718 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 917 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,458 | 740 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 107 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 394 | 365 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 917 | 505 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 235 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Samaspur
Samaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tegharia | North-East | 0.95 km |
| Laugachhi | South | 1.33 km |
| Makhali | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Tentultala | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Shibpur | South | 2.45 km |
| Rangsara | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Barjuli | West | 2.69 km |
| Kamarganti | North | 2.79 km |
| Puratan Kamarganti | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Pipuldaha | South | 3.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samaspur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Samaspur. The nearest railway station is Harua Road, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatakpukur to Samaspur is about 18 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samaspur
Where is Samaspur located?
Samaspur village is located in Haroa Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samaspur is Kulti.
What is the pincode of Samaspur?
The pincode of Samaspur is 743611.
What is the population of Samaspur?
Samaspur has a total population of 1,458, including 740 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Samaspur?
There are 312 households in Samaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Samaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samaspur is 62.89%. Male literacy is 68.24% and female literacy is 57.38%.