Somavaram - Kirlampudi, Kakinada
Somavaram is a village situated in the Kirlampudi mandal of Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Kirlampudi and around 25 km from Kakinada. Somavaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somavaram is 587257. The village covers a total geographical area of 907 hectares and falls under the 533435 pincode. Peddapuram is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Somavaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somavaram
As per Census 2011, Somavaram village has a total population of 4,249 people, consisting of 2,130 males and 2,119 females. The village has 1,132 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,186 literate and 2,063 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somavaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,249 | 2,130 | 2,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 228 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 211 | 239 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,186 | 1,092 | 1,094 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,063 | 1,038 | 1,025 |
Nearby Villages of Somavaram
Somavaram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krishnavaram | South | 1.77 km |
| Yerravaram | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Marripaka | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Sungarayunipalem | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Seethampeta | West | 3.46 km |
| Irripaka | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Burugupudi | South | 3.61 km |
| Peddanapalle | East | 4.04 km |
| Thamarada | South | 4.36 km |
| Gurrappalem | South-West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somavaram
Somavaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chandrampalem, while the nearest airport is Rajahmundry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 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 Peddapuram to Somavaram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakinada to Somavaram is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somavaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somavaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somavaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somavaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somavaram
Where is Somavaram located?
Somavaram village is located in Kirlampudi Mandal, Kakinada district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somavaram?
Somavaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somavaram?
The pincode of Somavaram is 533435.
What is the population of Somavaram?
Somavaram has a total population of 4,249, including 2,130 males and 2,119 females.
How many households are there in Somavaram?
There are 1,132 households in Somavaram.
What is the literacy rate in Somavaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somavaram is 51.45%. Male literacy is 51.27% and female literacy is 51.63%.