Samashpur
Samashpur is a village located in Potashpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Pratapdighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Samashpur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Argoal is the gram panchayat of Samashpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Samashpur unique in its vibrant Potashpur Ii-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Samashpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Samashpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samashpur is 345192. The village spans a total geographical area of 146.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721462. Egra is nearest town to Samashpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Samashpur
Population of Samashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Samashpur has a total population of about 1,253, with approximately 643 males and 610 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 117 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.48%, with male literacy at about 86.94% and female literacy near 79.84%. There are around 312 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Samashpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 643 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 52 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 559 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 84 | 123 |
Connectivity of Samashpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samashpur. As per the 2011 stats, Samashpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Samashpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Samashpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samashpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Samashpur
- Where is Samashpur located?
- Samashpur village is situated in Potashpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Samashpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Samashpur is Argoal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Samashpur?
- The pincode of Samashpur is 721462, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Samashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samashpur is 1,253, with 643 males and 610 females.
- How many households are there in Samashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Samashpur village has a total of 312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Samashpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samashpur is 83.48%. The male literacy rate is 86.94%, while the female literacy rate is 79.84%.