Somai Kalan

Somai Kalan is a village located in Saja tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Saja (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Somai Kala is the gram panchayat of Somai Kalan village.

Here you can discover what makes Somai Kalan unique in its vibrant Saja-Durg region. You’ll see Somai Kalan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Somai Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somai Kalan is 442109. The village spans a total geographical area of 404.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491993. Saja is nearest town to Somai Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Somai Kalan

According to the 2011 Census, Somai Kalan has a total population of about 1,217, with approximately 607 males and 610 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 336 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 31. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.50%, with male literacy at about 68.86% and female literacy near 48.20%. There are around 234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somai Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,217 607 610
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 97 101
Scheduled Castes (SC) 336 161 175
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 31 15 16
Literate Population 712 418 294
Illiterate Population 505 189 316

Connectivity of Somai Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somai Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Somai Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Somai Kalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Somai Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somai Kalan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Somai Kalan

Where is Somai Kalan located?
Somai Kalan village is situated in Saja Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somai Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Somai Kalan is Somai Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Somai Kalan?
The pincode of Somai Kalan is 491993, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Somai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somai Kalan is 1,217, with 607 males and 610 females.
How many households are there in Somai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Somai Kalan village has a total of 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somai Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somai Kalan is 58.50%. The male literacy rate is 68.86%, while the female literacy rate is 48.20%.