Somasila
Somasila is a village located in Ananthasagaram mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ananthasagaram (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Nellore. As per 2009 stats, Somasila village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Somasila unique in its vibrant Ananthasagaram-Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore region. You’ll see Somasila’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Somasila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somasila is 591974. The village spans a total geographical area of 441 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 524301. Nellore is nearest town to Somasila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 91km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somasila village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Atmakur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somasila
Population of Somasila
According to the 2011 Census, Somasila has a total population of about 4,420, with approximately 2,369 males and 2,051 females. The sex ratio is around 865 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 479 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 994 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 587. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.83%, with male literacy at about 65.85% and female literacy near 48.56%. There are around 1,080 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somasila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,420 | 2,369 | 2,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 267 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 994 | 496 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 447 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 2,556 | 1,560 | 996 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,864 | 809 | 1,055 |
Connectivity of Somasila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somasila. As per the 2011 stats, Somasila had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somasila
Knowing the nearby villages of Somasila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somasila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somasila
- Where is Somasila located?
- Somasila village is situated in Ananthasagaram Mandal, within the Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somasila?
- Somasila serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Somasila?
- The pincode of Somasila is 524301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somasila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somasila is 4,420, with 2,369 males and 2,051 females.
- How many households are there in Somasila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somasila village has a total of 1,080 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somasila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somasila is 57.83%. The male literacy rate is 65.85%, while the female literacy rate is 48.56%.