Somaguddu
About Somaguddu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Somaguddu village is 605341. Somaguddu village is located in Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Challakere (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Somaguddu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1250.89 hectares. Somaguddu has a total population of 2,054 peoples, out of which male population is 1,018 while female population is 1,036. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1017 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of somaguddu village is 65.09% out of which 72.30% males and 58.01% females are literate. There are about 444 houses in somaguddu village. Pincode of somaguddu village locality is 577522.
When it comes to administration, Somaguddu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Somaguddu village comes under Challakere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency. Challakere is nearest town to somaguddu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Somaguddu
The population details of Somaguddu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,054 | 1,018 | 1,036 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 218 | 107 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 936 | 468 | 468 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 101 | 57 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 736 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 282 | 435 |
Connectivity of Somaguddu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Somaguddu
Where is Somaguddu located?
Somaguddu village is situated in Challakere Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somaguddu?
Somaguddu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Somaguddu?
The pincode of Somaguddu is 577522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Somaguddu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somaguddu is 2,054, with 1,018 males and 1,036 females.
How many households are there in Somaguddu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Somaguddu village has a total of 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somaguddu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somaguddu is 65.09%. The male literacy rate is 72.30%, while the female literacy rate is 58.01%.