Samashpur - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Samashpur is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Argoal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samashpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samashpur is 345192. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.25 hectares and falls under the 721456 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Samashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagabanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Samashpur village had a total population of 1,253 people, including 643 males and 610 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.08%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 89.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 1,253 | 643 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 52 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,046 | 559 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 84 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Samashpur
Samashpur 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 Samashpur
Samashpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Samashpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samashpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samashpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Samashpur
Where is Samashpur located?
Samashpur village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Samashpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samashpur is Argoal.
What is the pincode of Samashpur?
The pincode of Samashpur is 721456.
What is the population of Samashpur?
Samashpur had a total population of 1,253, including 643 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Samashpur?
Samashpur had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samashpur was 92.08%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 89.36%.