Samaspur - Raina - I, Purba Bardhaman
Samaspur is a village situated in the Raina - I subdivision of Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.8 km from Shyamsundar. Narugram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samaspur is 320745. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.26 hectares and falls under the 713424 pincode. Burdwan is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Raina Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardhaman Purba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samaspur
As per Census 2011, Samaspur village has a total population of 1,488 people, consisting of 770 males and 718 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,072 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 509 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,488 | 770 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 100 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 509 | 278 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 579 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 191 | 225 |
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 >10 km of Samaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Burdwan to Samaspur is about 15 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 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 5-10 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 Raina - I Subdivision, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samaspur is Narugram.
What is the pincode of Samaspur?
The pincode of Samaspur is 713424.
What is the population of Samaspur?
Samaspur has a total population of 1,488, including 770 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Samaspur?
There are 345 households in Samaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Samaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samaspur is 72.04%. Male literacy is 75.19% and female literacy is 68.66%.