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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Samashpur village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 643 males and 610 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,046 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samashpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 643 | 610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 52 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,253, including 643 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Samashpur?
There are 312 households in Samashpur.
What is the literacy rate in Samashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samashpur is 83.48%. Male literacy is 86.94% and female literacy is 79.84%.