Somenahalli - Ajjampura, Chikkamagaluru
Somenahalli is a village situated in the Ajjampura taluka of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Tarikere and around 55 km from Chikmagalur. Koratikere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somenahalli is 609318. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.9 hectares and falls under the 577547 pincode. Birur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Somenahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarikere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somenahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Somenahalli village had a total population of 103 people, including 51 males and 52 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.22%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 54.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Somenahalli
Somenahalli 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 Somenahalli
Somenahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Somenahalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Birur to Somenahalli is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikmagalur to Somenahalli is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Ajjampura Taluka, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Somenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somenahalli is Koratikere.
What is the pincode of Somenahalli?
The pincode of Somenahalli is 577547.
What is the population of Somenahalli?
Somenahalli had a total population of 103, including 51 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Somenahalli?
Somenahalli had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somenahalli was 65.22%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 54.17%.