Somnal
Somnal is a village located in Basavana Bagevadi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Basavana Bagevadi (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Sasanur is the gram panchayat of Somnal village.
Somnal has its own place in the vibrant Bijapur 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 Somnal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somnal is 599540. The village spans a total geographical area of 1001.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Basavana Bagevadi is nearest town to Somnal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somnal 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 Devar Hippargi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somnal
Population of Somnal
Below is a concise population overview of Somnal 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 | 1,296 | 653 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 110 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 424 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 229 | 373 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somnal village:
- The total population of Somnal village is around 1,296, including approximately 653 males and 643 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Somnal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somnal village has 141 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 90 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somnal village is about 53.55%, with male literacy at 64.93% and female literacy at 41.99%.
- There are around 244 households in Somnal village.
Connectivity of Somnal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somnal. As per the 2011 stats, Somnal 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somnal
Knowing the nearby villages of Somnal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somnal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somnal
- Where is Somnal located?
- Somnal village is situated in Basavana Bagevadi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somnal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Somnal is Sasanur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Somnal?
- The pincode of Somnal is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somnal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somnal is 1,296, with 653 males and 643 females.
- How many households are there in Somnal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somnal village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somnal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somnal is 53.55%. The male literacy rate is 64.93%, while the female literacy rate is 41.99%.