Somidavalasa - Therlam, Vizianagaram
Somidavalasa is a village situated in the Therlam mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Therlam and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Panukuvalasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somidavalasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somidavalasa is 582589. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 535126 pincode. Rajam is the nearest town, located about 12 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 894 people, including 448 males and 446 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.16%, with male literacy at 61.40% and female literacy at 33.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 894 | 448 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 62 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 237 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 211 | 310 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panukuvalasa | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Pulleruvalasa | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Chinnayyapeta | North | 1.60 km |
| Venkatapuram | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Dommigani Gadabavalasa | South | 1.79 km |
| Velagavalasa | West | 1.81 km |
| Locherla | North | 2.39 km |
| Chukkavalasa | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Perumali | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Rajayyapeta | South-West | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somidavalasa
Somidavalasa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Batuva, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajam to Somidavalasa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Somidavalasa is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somidavalasa
Where is Somidavalasa located?
Somidavalasa village is located in Therlam Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somidavalasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Somidavalasa is Panukuvalasa.
What is the pincode of Somidavalasa?
The pincode of Somidavalasa is 535126.
What is the population of Somidavalasa?
Somidavalasa had a total population of 894, including 448 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Somidavalasa?
Somidavalasa had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somidavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somidavalasa was 47.16%. Male literacy was 61.40% and female literacy was 33.58%.