Somgarh
Somgarh is a village located in Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Narkatiaganj (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Somgarh village is also a gram panchayat.
Somgarh has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Somgarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somgarh is 216724. The village spans a total geographical area of 415.2 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Somgarh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Somgarh
Population of Somgarh
Below is a concise population overview of Somgarh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,273 | 2,216 | 2,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,027 | 552 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 196 | 180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 54 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 1,857 | 1,189 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,416 | 1,027 | 1,389 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somgarh village:
- The total population of Somgarh village is around 4,273, including approximately 2,216 males and 2,057 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,027 children aged 0–6 years in Somgarh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somgarh village has 376 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 111 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somgarh village is about 43.46%, with male literacy at 53.66% and female literacy at 32.47%.
- There are around 768 households in Somgarh village.
Connectivity of Somgarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somgarh. As per the 2011 stats, Somgarh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somgarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Somgarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somgarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somgarh
- Where is Somgarh located?
- Somgarh village is situated in Narkatiaganj Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somgarh?
- Somgarh serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Somgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somgarh is 4,273, with 2,216 males and 2,057 females.
- How many households are there in Somgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somgarh village has a total of 768 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somgarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somgarh is 43.46%. The male literacy rate is 53.66%, while the female literacy rate is 32.47%.