Somanadoddi - Anantapur Rural, Ananthapuramu
Somanadoddi is a village situated in the Anantapur Rural mandal of Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Anantapur and around 8 km from Anantapur. Somaladoddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanadoddi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanadoddi is 595082. The village covers a total geographical area of 938 hectares and falls under the 515004 pincode. Anantapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Somanadoddi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raptadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hindupur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanadoddi
As per Census 2011, Somanadoddi village has a total population of 3,424 people, consisting of 1,751 males and 1,673 females. The village has 866 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 399 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,782 literate and 1,642 illiterate residents. Additionally, 595 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 80 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanadoddi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,424 | 1,751 | 1,673 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 221 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 595 | 292 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 1,782 | 1,050 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,642 | 701 | 941 |
Nearby Villages of Somanadoddi
Somanadoddi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Govindapalle | East | 3.09 km |
| Thaticherla | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Podaralla | North | 4.59 km |
| Kodimi | West | 5.21 km |
| Bukkarayasamudram | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Janthulur | North-East | 6.81 km |
| Rachanapalle | South-West | 7.00 km |
| Siddampeta | East | 7.39 km |
| Lolur | North | 7.46 km |
| Chennarayunipalle | East | 7.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somanadoddi
Somanadoddi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Taticherla, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anantapur to Somanadoddi is about 8 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 Somanadoddi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanadoddi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somanadoddi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanadoddi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somanadoddi
Where is Somanadoddi located?
Somanadoddi village is located in Anantapur Rural Mandal, Ananthapuramu district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanadoddi?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanadoddi is Somaladoddi.
What is the pincode of Somanadoddi?
The pincode of Somanadoddi is 515004.
What is the population of Somanadoddi?
Somanadoddi has a total population of 3,424, including 1,751 males and 1,673 females.
How many households are there in Somanadoddi?
There are 866 households in Somanadoddi.
What is the literacy rate in Somanadoddi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanadoddi is 52.04%. Male literacy is 59.97% and female literacy is 43.75%.