Someswaram - Kaikaluru, Eluru
Someswaram is a village situated in the Kaikaluru mandal of Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Kaikalur and around 72 km from Machilipatnam. Alapadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Someswaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Someswaram is 589353. The village covers a total geographical area of 338 hectares and falls under the 521333 pincode. Bhimavaram is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Someswaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Someswaram
As per Census 2011, Someswaram village has a total population of 900 people, consisting of 431 males and 469 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 332 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Someswaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 900 | 431 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 26 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 153 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 305 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 126 | 203 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alapadu | West | 2.04 km |
| Dumpagadapa | East | 2.06 km |
| Kottada | North | 2.57 km |
| Thadinada | South | 3.07 km |
| A.i.bheemavaram | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Penchikalamarru | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Ramavaram | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Dharmapuram | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Akividu | East | 4.66 km |
| Pallevada | West | 4.87 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 Akividu, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 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 Bhimavaram to Someswaram is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Machilipatnam to Someswaram is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Someswaram
Where is Someswaram located?
Someswaram village is located in Kaikaluru Mandal, Eluru district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Someswaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Someswaram is Alapadu.
What is the pincode of Someswaram?
The pincode of Someswaram is 521333.
What is the population of Someswaram?
Someswaram has a total population of 900, including 431 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Someswaram?
There are 247 households in Someswaram.
What is the literacy rate in Someswaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Someswaram is 63.44%. Male literacy is 70.77% and female literacy is 56.72%.