Somanpalli - Bhopalpattnam, Bijapur
Somanpalli is a village situated in the Bhopalpattnam tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalpattanam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Angampalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanpalli is 450824. The village covers a total geographical area of 596.97 hectares and falls under the 494448 pincode. Bhopalpattanam is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Somanpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Somanpalli village had a total population of 265 people, including 135 males and 130 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.20%, with male literacy at 57.73% and female literacy at 21.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 265.
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 | 265 | 135 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 135 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 56 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 79 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Somanpalli
Somanpalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Elgandra | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Pegdapalli | West | 2.46 km |
| Angampalli | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Dhangol | West | 2.81 km |
| Tamlapalli | South | 2.81 km |
| Pegdapalli (kottaguda) | West | 3.51 km |
| Pegdapalli(basaguda) | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Gauraram | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Raiguda | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Sangampalli | South | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somanpalli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Somanpalli. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bhopalpattanam to Somanpalli is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Somanpalli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanpalli 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 Somanpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanpalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Somanpalli
Where is Somanpalli located?
Somanpalli village is located in Bhopalpattnam Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanpalli is Angampalli.
What is the pincode of Somanpalli?
The pincode of Somanpalli is 494448.
What is the population of Somanpalli?
Somanpalli had a total population of 265, including 135 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Somanpalli?
Somanpalli had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanpalli was 39.20%. Male literacy was 57.73% and female literacy was 21.57%.