Samalpur

Samalpur is a village located in Jhalda Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.7km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Nowahatu is the gram panchayat of Samalpur village.

Samalpur has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Samalpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Samalpur is 331457. The village spans a total geographical area of 91.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723213. Jhalda is nearest town to Samalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Samalpur

Below is a concise population overview of Samalpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 783 371 412
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 123 58 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) 129 68 61
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 281 195 86
Illiterate Population 502 176 326

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Samalpur village:

  • The total population of Samalpur village is around 783, including approximately 371 males and 412 females, with a sex ratio of 1110 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Samalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Samalpur village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Samalpur village is about 35.89%, with male literacy at 52.56% and female literacy at 20.87%.
  • There are around 161 households in Samalpur village.

Connectivity of Samalpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Samalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Samalpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Samalpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Samalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Samalpur.

Nawahatu Garri Bingdaru Chiruhatu Adardi Kunrali Chhota Hankol Bara Hankol Bamania Nalkapi Shalgram

Frequently Asked Questions about Samalpur

Where is Samalpur located?
Samalpur village is situated in Jhalda Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samalpur is Nowahatu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Samalpur?
The pincode of Samalpur is 723213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Samalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Samalpur is 783, with 371 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Samalpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Samalpur village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samalpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Samalpur is 35.89%. The male literacy rate is 52.56%, while the female literacy rate is 20.87%.