Sompura
Sompura is a village located in Tarikere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Tarikere (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Halasur is the gram panchayat of Sompura village.
Sompura has its own place in the vibrant Chikmagalur 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 Sompura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sompura is 609112. The village spans a total geographical area of 180.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577144. Tarikere is nearest town to Sompura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sompura 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 Tarikere Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sompura
Population of Sompura
Below is a concise population overview of Sompura 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 | 176 | 82 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 58 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 39 | 53 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sompura village:
- The total population of Sompura village is around 176, including approximately 82 males and 94 females, with a sex ratio of 1146 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 18 children aged 0–6 years in Sompura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sompura village has 131 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sompura village is about 47.73%, with male literacy at 52.44% and female literacy at 43.62%.
- There are around 52 households in Sompura village.
Connectivity of Sompura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sompura. As per the 2011 stats, Sompura 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sompura
Knowing the nearby villages of Sompura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sompura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sompura
- Where is Sompura located?
- Sompura village is situated in Tarikere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sompura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sompura is Halasur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sompura?
- The pincode of Sompura is 577144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sompura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sompura is 176, with 82 males and 94 females.
- How many households are there in Sompura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sompura village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sompura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sompura is 47.73%. The male literacy rate is 52.44%, while the female literacy rate is 43.62%.