Somajal

Somajal is a village located in Sindgi taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sindgi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Malaghan is the gram panchayat of Somajal village.

Here you can discover what makes Somajal unique in its vibrant Sindgi-Bijapur region. You’ll see Somajal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Somajal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somajal is 599323. The village spans a total geographical area of 1298.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 586112. Sindgi is nearest town to Somajal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Somajal 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 Sindgi 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.

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Population of Somajal

According to the 2011 Census, Somajal has a total population of about 3,524, with approximately 1,782 males and 1,742 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 520 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 296 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.55%, with male literacy at about 58.19% and female literacy near 38.69%. There are around 674 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somajal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,524 1,782 1,742
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 520 255 265
Scheduled Castes (SC) 296 155 141
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 43 17 26
Literate Population 1,711 1,037 674
Illiterate Population 1,813 745 1,068

Connectivity of Somajal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somajal. As per the 2011 stats, Somajal 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 Somajal

Knowing the nearby villages of Somajal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somajal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Somajal

Where is Somajal located?
Somajal village is situated in Sindgi Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somajal?
The Gram Panchayat of Somajal is Malaghan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Somajal?
The pincode of Somajal is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Somajal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somajal is 3,524, with 1,782 males and 1,742 females.
How many households are there in Somajal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Somajal village has a total of 674 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somajal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somajal is 48.55%. The male literacy rate is 58.19%, while the female literacy rate is 38.69%.