Somaghatta
Somaghatta is a village located in Chilamathur mandal of Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Chilamathur (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Anantapur. As per 2009 stats, Somaghatta village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Somaghatta unique in its vibrant Chilamathur-Anantapur region. You’ll see Somaghatta’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 Somaghatta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somaghatta is 595592. The village spans a total geographical area of 1753 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 515601. Hindupur is nearest town to Somaghatta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Somaghatta
Population of Somaghatta
According to the 2011 Census, Somaghatta has a total population of about 2,963, with approximately 1,477 males and 1,486 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 351 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 353 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 76. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.59%, with male literacy at about 61.75% and female literacy near 39.50%. There are around 680 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somaghatta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,963 | 1,477 | 1,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 912 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,464 | 565 | 899 |
Connectivity of Somaghatta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somaghatta. As per the 2011 stats, Somaghatta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somaghatta
Knowing the nearby villages of Somaghatta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somaghatta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somaghatta
- Where is Somaghatta located?
- Somaghatta village is situated in Chilamathur Mandal, within the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somaghatta?
- Somaghatta serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Somaghatta?
- The pincode of Somaghatta is 515601, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somaghatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somaghatta is 2,963, with 1,477 males and 1,486 females.
- How many households are there in Somaghatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somaghatta village has a total of 680 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somaghatta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somaghatta is 50.59%. The male literacy rate is 61.75%, while the female literacy rate is 39.50%.