Somar Gaon - Jorhat East, Jorhat
Somar Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat East subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Meleng Balichapori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somar Gaon is 293729. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.88 hectares and falls under the 785004 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Somar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teok Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Somar Gaon village had a total population of 1,364 people, including 699 males and 665 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.38%, with male literacy at 94.86% and female literacy at 85.85%.
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 | 1,364 | 699 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 77 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 590 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 109 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Somar Gaon
Somar Gaon 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 Somar Gaon
Somar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Somar Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jorhat to Somar Gaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jorhat to Somar Gaon is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somar Gaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somar Gaon
Where is Somar Gaon located?
Somar Gaon village is located in Jorhat East Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Somar Gaon is Meleng Balichapori.
What is the pincode of Somar Gaon?
The pincode of Somar Gaon is 785004.
What is the population of Somar Gaon?
Somar Gaon had a total population of 1,364, including 699 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Somar Gaon?
Somar Gaon had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somar Gaon was 90.38%. Male literacy was 94.86% and female literacy was 85.85%.