Somidavalasa - Burja, Srikakulam
Somidavalasa is a village situated in the Burja mandal of Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burja and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Srikakulam. P.l.devipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somidavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somidavalasa is 581230. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 532445 pincode. Amadalavalasa is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Somidavalasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somidavalasa
According to the 2011 Census, Somidavalasa village had a total population of 38 people, including 21 males and 17 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.46%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Somidavalasa
Somidavalasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narendrapuram | South | 0.70 km |
| Gopidevipeta | West | 1.42 km |
| Issadivalasa | West | 1.53 km |
| Thimadam | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Pendyalalakshimidevipeta | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Jogipaduvenkata Puram | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Masenaputhi | East | 2.27 km |
| Annampeta | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Korikanakurmiraja Puram | West | 2.64 km |
| Appalapatnayakuni Peta | North-West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somidavalasa
Somidavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Srikakulam Road, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.5 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 Amadalavalasa to Somidavalasa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Srikakulam to Somidavalasa is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somidavalasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somidavalasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Somidavalasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somidavalasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somidavalasa
Where is Somidavalasa located?
Somidavalasa village is located in Burja Mandal, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somidavalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Somidavalasa is P.l.devipeta.
What is the pincode of Somidavalasa?
The pincode of Somidavalasa is 532445.
What is the population of Somidavalasa?
Somidavalasa had a total population of 38, including 21 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Somidavalasa?
Somidavalasa had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somidavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somidavalasa was 59.46%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 58.82%.