Somgad - Thachi, Mandi
Somgad is a village situated in the Thachi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Mandi. Somgad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somgad is 014960. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 175121 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Somgad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somgad
According to the 2011 Census, Somgad village had a total population of 1,309 people, including 671 males and 638 females, living in 220 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.46%, with male literacy at 80.14% and female literacy at 53.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 555.
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 | 1,309 | 671 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 555 | 275 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 468 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 203 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Somgad
Somgad 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 Somgad
Somgad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Somgad is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somgad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somgad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somgad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somgad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somgad
Where is Somgad located?
Somgad village is located in Thachi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somgad?
Somgad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somgad?
The pincode of Somgad is 175121.
What is the population of Somgad?
Somgad had a total population of 1,309, including 671 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Somgad?
Somgad had 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somgad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somgad was 67.46%. Male literacy was 80.14% and female literacy was 53.93%.