Somenahalli - Gudibanda, Chikkaballapura
Somenahalli is a village situated in the Gudibanda taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudibanda and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Somenahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somenahalli is 623757. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.62 hectares and falls under the 561209 pincode. Gudibanda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Somenahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagepalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somenahalli
As per Census 2011, Somenahalli village has a total population of 2,571 people, consisting of 1,338 males and 1,233 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,695 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 616 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somenahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,571 | 1,338 | 1,233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 312 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 1,695 | 985 | 710 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 353 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Somenahalli
Somenahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkanancherlu | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Jantibhoyinahalli | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Puradahalli | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Nallappanahalli | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Kammadike | East | 2.43 km |
| Jambigemaradahalli | West | 2.60 km |
| Ganganahalli | South-West | 2.76 km |
| Gajala Bisalahalli | East | 2.76 km |
| Uppakuntahalli | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Someswara | South | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somenahalli
Somenahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chik Ballapur, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| 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 Gudibanda to Somenahalli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Somenahalli is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somenahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somenahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somenahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somenahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somenahalli
Where is Somenahalli located?
Somenahalli village is located in Gudibanda Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somenahalli?
Somenahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somenahalli?
The pincode of Somenahalli is 561209.
What is the population of Somenahalli?
Somenahalli has a total population of 2,571, including 1,338 males and 1,233 females.
How many households are there in Somenahalli?
There are 608 households in Somenahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somenahalli is 65.93%. Male literacy is 73.62% and female literacy is 57.58%.