Somenahalli - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Somenahalli is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Kurubarahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somenahalli is 605991. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.79 hectares and falls under the 577542 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somenahalli
As per Census 2011, Somenahalli village has a total population of 676 people, consisting of 336 males and 340 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 435 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somenahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 676 | 336 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 239 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 97 | 144 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallihalli | North-West | 1.19 km |
| Bannikere | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Goolihalli | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Kidukanahalli | South | 2.30 km |
| Gavirangapura | East | 2.57 km |
| Sujikal Amanikere | North | 2.61 km |
| Sujikal | North | 3.15 km |
| Mylarapura | North | 3.78 km |
| Doddahullenahalli | South | 3.95 km |
| Naduvanahalli | South-East | 3.98 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 Arsikere Jn, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Somenahalli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Somenahalli is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somenahalli
Where is Somenahalli located?
Somenahalli village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somenahalli is Kurubarahalli.
What is the pincode of Somenahalli?
The pincode of Somenahalli is 577542.
What is the population of Somenahalli?
Somenahalli has a total population of 676, including 336 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Somenahalli?
There are 187 households in Somenahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somenahalli is 64.35%. Male literacy is 71.13% and female literacy is 57.65%.