Uttar Somdar - Sapekhati, Charaideo
Uttar Somdar is a village situated in the Sapekhati subdivision of Charaideo district, Assam. It is located approximately 41 km from Sonari and around 96 km from Sivasagar. Borhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Somdar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Somdar is 293161. The village covers a total geographical area of 669.1 hectares and falls under the 785693 pincode. Sonari is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Uttar Somdar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uttar Somdar
According to the 2011 Census, Uttar Somdar village had a total population of 2,644 people, including 1,394 males and 1,250 females, living in 530 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.53%, with male literacy at 79.77% and female literacy at 64.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 2,644 | 1,394 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 193 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 70 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 958 | 703 |
| Illiterate Population | 983 | 436 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Somdar
Uttar Somdar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Somdar
Public transport in the Uttar Somdar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Uttar Somdar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonari to Uttar Somdar is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sivasagar to Uttar Somdar is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Somdar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Somdar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Somdar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Somdar 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Uttar Somdar
Where is Uttar Somdar located?
Uttar Somdar village is located in Sapekhati Subdivision, Charaideo district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Somdar?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Somdar is Borhat.
What is the pincode of Uttar Somdar?
The pincode of Uttar Somdar is 785693.
What is the population of Uttar Somdar?
Uttar Somdar had a total population of 2,644, including 1,394 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Somdar?
Uttar Somdar had 530 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Somdar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Somdar was 72.53%. Male literacy was 79.77% and female literacy was 64.55%.