Somaghatta - Chilamathur, Sri Sathya Sai
Somaghatta is a village situated in the Chilamathur mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Chilamathur and around 132 km from Anantapur. Somaghatta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somaghatta is 595592. The village covers a total geographical area of 1753 hectares and falls under the 515601 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Somaghatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somaghatta
As per Census 2011, Somaghatta village has a total population of 2,963 people, consisting of 1,477 males and 1,486 females. The village has 680 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 351 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,499 literate and 1,464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somaghatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,963 | 1,477 | 1,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 175 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 32 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,499 | 912 | 587 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,464 | 565 | 899 |
Nearby Villages of Somaghatta
Somaghatta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kambaladinne | North | 2.24 km |
| Yerrasingepalle | West | 2.32 km |
| Narasapura | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Chinthamakala Dinne | East | 2.71 km |
| Chowdireddipalle | West | 3.21 km |
| Kokkuvarupalli | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Kanugamakulapalle | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Muddireddipalle | West | 3.45 km |
| Gandladinne | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Ramanodupalli | North-East | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somaghatta
Somaghatta is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chakarlapalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindupur to Somaghatta is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Somaghatta is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somaghatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somaghatta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somaghatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somaghatta 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 Somaghatta
Where is Somaghatta located?
Somaghatta village is located in Chilamathur Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somaghatta?
Somaghatta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somaghatta?
The pincode of Somaghatta is 515601.
What is the population of Somaghatta?
Somaghatta has a total population of 2,963, including 1,477 males and 1,486 females.
How many households are there in Somaghatta?
There are 680 households in Somaghatta.
What is the literacy rate in Somaghatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somaghatta is 50.59%. Male literacy is 61.75% and female literacy is 39.50%.