Someswaram - Rayavaram, East Godavari
Someswaram is a village situated in the Rayavaram mandal of East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayavaram and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kakinada. Someswaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Someswaram is 587588. The village covers a total geographical area of 799 hectares and falls under the 533261 pincode. Ramachandrapuram is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Someswaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Someswaram
According to the 2011 Census, Someswaram village had a total population of 9,277 people, including 4,633 males and 4,644 females, living in 2,640 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.37%, with male literacy at 71.14% and female literacy at 65.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,043, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 9,277 | 4,633 | 4,644 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 953 | 457 | 496 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,043 | 533 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 5,691 | 2,971 | 2,720 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,586 | 1,662 | 1,924 |
Nearby Villages of Someswaram
Someswaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kutukuluru | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Pasalapudi | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Lolla | North | 2.44 km |
| Machavaram | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Pulagurtha | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Pedaparthi | North-West | 3.72 km |
| Ramavaram | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Vedurupaka | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Maredubaka (part) | West | 4.76 km |
| Mahendrawada | North | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Someswaram
Someswaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anaparti, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramachandrapuram to Someswaram is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Someswaram is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Someswaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Someswaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Someswaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Someswaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Someswaram
Where is Someswaram located?
Someswaram village is located in Rayavaram Mandal, East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Someswaram?
Someswaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Someswaram?
The pincode of Someswaram is 533261.
What is the population of Someswaram?
Someswaram had a total population of 9,277, including 4,633 males and 4,644 females.
How many households are there in Someswaram?
Someswaram had 2,640 households.
What is the literacy rate in Someswaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Someswaram was 68.37%. Male literacy was 71.14% and female literacy was 65.57%.