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
As per Census 2011, Somidavalasa village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 448 males and 446 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somidavalasa are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 894, including 448 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Somidavalasa?
There are 214 households in Somidavalasa.
What is the literacy rate in Somidavalasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somidavalasa is 41.72%. Male literacy is 52.90% and female literacy is 30.49%.