Samaspur - Goalpokher - II, Uttar Dinajpur
Samaspur is a village situated in the Goalpokher - II subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.7 km from Goalpokhar . Toriyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samaspur is 309360. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.22 hectares and falls under the 733208 pincode. Kishanganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Samaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Samaspur village had a total population of 2,078 people, including 1,107 males and 971 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.78%, with male literacy at 51.81% and female literacy at 36.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,078 | 1,107 | 971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 169 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 251 | 135 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 486 | 299 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 621 | 672 |
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
Public transport in the Samaspur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kishanganj to Samaspur is about 20 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Goalpokher - II Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Samaspur is Toriyal.
What is the pincode of Samaspur?
The pincode of Samaspur is 733208.
What is the population of Samaspur?
Samaspur had a total population of 2,078, including 1,107 males and 971 females.
How many households are there in Samaspur?
Samaspur had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samaspur was 44.78%. Male literacy was 51.81% and female literacy was 36.69%.