Somni

Somni is a village located in Rajnandgaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from Rajnandgaon, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Somni village. As per 2009 stats, Somni village is also a gram panchayat.

Somni has its own place in the vibrant Rajnandgaon 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 Somni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somni is 440827. The village spans a total geographical area of 448.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496113. Rajnandgaon is nearest town to Somni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Somni

Below is a concise population overview of Somni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,857 1,424 1,433
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 382 188 194
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,212 577 635
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 66 33 33
Literate Population 1,979 1,109 870
Illiterate Population 878 315 563

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somni village:

  • The total population of Somni village is around 2,857, including approximately 1,424 males and 1,433 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 382 children aged 0–6 years in Somni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Somni village has 1,212 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 66 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Somni village is about 69.27%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 60.71%.
  • There are around 624 households in Somni village.

Connectivity of Somni

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somni. As per the 2011 stats, Somni 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Somni

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Somni

Where is Somni located?
Somni village is situated in Rajnandgaon Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somni?
Somni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Somni?
The pincode of Somni is 496113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Somni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somni is 2,857, with 1,424 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Somni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Somni village has a total of 624 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somni is 69.27%. The male literacy rate is 77.88%, while the female literacy rate is 60.71%.