Somgad
Somgad is a village located in Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Bali Chowki. Bali Chowki is the sub-district headquarter of Somgad village. As per 2009 stats, Somgad Srj is the gram panchayat of Somgad village.
Somgad has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 Somgad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somgad is 014960. The village spans a total geographical area of 157 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175121. Mandi is nearest town to Somgad village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Somgad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somgad
Population of Somgad
Below is a concise population overview of Somgad 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 | 1,309 | 671 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 275 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 763 | 468 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 203 | 343 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somgad village:
- The total population of Somgad village is around 1,309, including approximately 671 males and 638 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 178 children aged 0–6 years in Somgad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somgad village has 555 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Somgad village is about 58.29%, with male literacy at 69.75% and female literacy at 46.24%.
- There are around 220 households in Somgad village.
Connectivity of Somgad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somgad. As per the 2011 stats, Somgad 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somgad
Knowing the nearby villages of Somgad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somgad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somgad
- Where is Somgad located?
- Somgad village is situated in Bali Chowki Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somgad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Somgad is Somgad Srj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Somgad?
- The pincode of Somgad is 175121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somgad is 1,309, with 671 males and 638 females.
- How many households are there in Somgad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somgad village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somgad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somgad is 58.29%. The male literacy rate is 69.75%, while the female literacy rate is 46.24%.