Somosar - Nawanagar, Buxar
Somosar is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Karsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somosar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somosar is 248920. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.6 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Somosar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somosar
According to the 2011 Census, Somosar village had a total population of 698 people, including 363 males and 335 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.80%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 50.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 698 | 363 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 225 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 138 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Somosar
Somosar 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 Somosar
Public transport in the Somosar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Domraon to Somosar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Somosar is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somosar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somosar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Somosar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somosar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somosar
Where is Somosar located?
Somosar village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somosar?
The Gram Panchayat of Somosar is Karsar.
What is the pincode of Somosar?
The pincode of Somosar is 802129.
What is the population of Somosar?
Somosar had a total population of 698, including 363 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Somosar?
Somosar had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somosar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somosar was 63.80%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 50.74%.