Somapur - Yaragatti, Belagavi
Somapur is a village situated in the Yaragatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Parasgad and around 74 km from Belgaum. Tallur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somapur is 598182. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.26 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Bail Hongal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Somapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somapur
As per Census 2011, Somapur village has a total population of 1,893 people, consisting of 990 males and 903 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 777 literate and 1,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,784 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,893 | 990 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 193 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,784 | 935 | 849 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 529 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 461 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Somapur
Somapur 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 Somapur
Somapur 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bail Hongal to Somapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Somapur is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somapur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somapur
Where is Somapur located?
Somapur village is located in Yaragatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somapur is Tallur.
What is the pincode of Somapur?
The pincode of Somapur is 591126.
What is the population of Somapur?
Somapur has a total population of 1,893, including 990 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Somapur?
There are 316 households in Somapur.
What is the literacy rate in Somapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somapur is 41.05%. Male literacy is 53.43% and female literacy is 27.46%.