Somasar - Muli, Surendranagar
Somasar is a village situated in the Muli taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muli and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Somasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somasar is 512303. The village covers a total geographical area of 1451.52 hectares and falls under the 363510 pincode. Surendranagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Somasar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somasar
According to the 2011 Census, Somasar village had a total population of 1,859 people, including 964 males and 895 females, living in 394 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.78%, with male literacy at 80.87% and female literacy at 58.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 480.
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 | 1,859 | 964 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 117 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 255 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,150 | 685 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 709 | 279 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Somasar
Somasar 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 Somasar
Somasar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Somasar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surendranagar to Somasar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somasar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somasar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somasar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somasar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Somasar
Where is Somasar located?
Somasar village is located in Muli Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somasar?
Somasar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somasar?
The pincode of Somasar is 363510.
What is the population of Somasar?
Somasar had a total population of 1,859, including 964 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Somasar?
Somasar had 394 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somasar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somasar was 69.78%. Male literacy was 80.87% and female literacy was 58.05%.