Somayajalahalli - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Somayajalahalli is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Bhommisettihalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somayajalahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somayajalahalli is 624481. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.2 hectares and falls under the 563125 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Somayajalahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chintamani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somayajalahalli
As per Census 2011, Somayajalahalli village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 199 males and 189 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somayajalahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 199 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 126 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 73 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Somayajalahalli
Somayajalahalli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurlapalligadde | North | 1.21 km |
| Myakalasonnenahalli | South | 1.29 km |
| Kanisettyhalli | West | 1.39 km |
| Agrahara | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Bhoomi Setti Halli | North | 1.88 km |
| Badagavarahalli | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Gudarlahalli | East | 2.07 km |
| Marimakalahalli | South-West | 2.18 km |
| C. Kurupalli | West | 2.27 km |
| Kongathimmanahalli | South-East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somayajalahalli
Somayajalahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chintamani, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Somayajalahalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Somayajalahalli is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somayajalahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somayajalahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somayajalahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somayajalahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somayajalahalli
Where is Somayajalahalli located?
Somayajalahalli village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somayajalahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somayajalahalli is Bhommisettihalli.
What is the pincode of Somayajalahalli?
The pincode of Somayajalahalli is 563125.
What is the population of Somayajalahalli?
Somayajalahalli has a total population of 388, including 199 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Somayajalahalli?
There are 88 households in Somayajalahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somayajalahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somayajalahalli is 54.90%. Male literacy is 63.32% and female literacy is 46.03%.