Somavarappadu - Tangutur, Prakasam
Somavarappadu is a village situated in the Tangutur mandal of Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tangutur and around 7 km from the district headquarters in Ongole. Vasepallipadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somavarappadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somavarappadu is 591363. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 523272 pincode. Ongole is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Somavarappadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Somavarappadu
Somavarappadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ethamukkala | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Vasepallepadu | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Payakari Khandrika | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Raju Palem | East | 3.51 km |
| Alluru Kotha Patnam | North-East | 5.03 km |
| Madanur | South | 5.12 km |
| Valluru | West | 5.63 km |
| Valluru Kavalimanyam | South-West | 6.27 km |
| Turupunaidupalem | South-West | 6.88 km |
| Gosuvandla Kattubadi | West | 7.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somavarappadu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Somavarappadu. The nearest railway station is Surareddipalem, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ongole to Somavarappadu is about 7 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 Somavarappadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somavarappadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Somavarappadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somavarappadu 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somavarappadu
Where is Somavarappadu located?
Somavarappadu village is located in Tangutur Mandal, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somavarappadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Somavarappadu is Vasepallipadu.
What is the pincode of Somavarappadu?
The pincode of Somavarappadu is 523272.