Samaspur - Manteswar, Purba Bardhaman
Samaspur is a village situated in the Manteswar subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.1 km from Manteswar. Bamunpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samaspur is 319669. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.66 hectares and falls under the 713513 pincode. Barddhaman is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Purbasthali Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Samaspur village had a total population of 1,106 people, including 555 males and 551 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.99%, with male literacy at 74.55% and female literacy at 63.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 194.
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 | 1,106 | 555 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 60 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 369 | 303 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 186 | 248 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harkadanga | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Okidattapur | North | 1.74 km |
| Lohana | South | 1.89 km |
| Kasa | West | 1.89 km |
| Ghumuria | North | 1.98 km |
| Sirajpur | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Bamunpara | West | 2.28 km |
| Purbba Balarampur | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Nutangram | South | 2.37 km |
| Ghuni | South-East | 2.46 km |
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 Belerhat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Barddhaman to Samaspur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samaspur
Where is Samaspur located?
Samaspur village is located in Manteswar Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samaspur is Bamunpara.
What is the pincode of Samaspur?
The pincode of Samaspur is 713513.
What is the population of Samaspur?
Samaspur had a total population of 1,106, including 555 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Samaspur?
Samaspur had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samaspur was 68.99%. Male literacy was 74.55% and female literacy was 63.26%.