Somerahalli - Hiriyur, Chitradurga
Somerahalli is a village situated in the Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiriyur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Uduvally serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somerahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somerahalli is 606155. The village covers a total geographical area of 700.54 hectares and falls under the 577598 pincode. Hiriyur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Somerahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hiriyur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somerahalli
As per Census 2011, Somerahalli village has a total population of 653 people, consisting of 319 males and 334 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 412 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somerahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 653 | 319 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 107 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 222 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 97 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Somerahalli
Somerahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hulugalakunte | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Challamadu | South | 3.05 km |
| Lakkanahal | East | 3.11 km |
| Lakkavvanahalli | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Ganjalagunte | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Hiriyur (rural) | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Doddaghatta | West | 4.06 km |
| Uduvalli | South-West | 4.52 km |
| Patrehalli | North-East | 5.44 km |
| Adivala | East | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somerahalli
Public transport in the Somerahalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Doddasiddavanha, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiriyur to Somerahalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Somerahalli is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somerahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somerahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somerahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somerahalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Somerahalli
Where is Somerahalli located?
Somerahalli village is located in Hiriyur Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somerahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somerahalli is Uduvally.
What is the pincode of Somerahalli?
The pincode of Somerahalli is 577598.
What is the population of Somerahalli?
Somerahalli has a total population of 653, including 319 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Somerahalli?
There are 146 households in Somerahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somerahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somerahalli is 63.09%. Male literacy is 69.59% and female literacy is 56.89%.