Somlapura
Somlapura is a village located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Somlapura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Somlapura unique in its vibrant Channagiri-Davanagere region. You’ll see Somlapura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Somlapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somlapura is 606974. The village spans a total geographical area of 516.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577218. Channagiri is nearest town to Somlapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somlapura 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 Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somlapura
Population of Somlapura
According to the 2011 Census, Somlapura has a total population of about 2,998, with approximately 1,515 males and 1,483 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 317 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 797 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 762. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.30%, with male literacy at about 58.28% and female literacy near 44.17%. There are around 681 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somlapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,998 | 1,515 | 1,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 157 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 411 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 762 | 380 | 382 |
| Literate Population | 1,538 | 883 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,460 | 632 | 828 |
Connectivity of Somlapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somlapura. As per the 2011 stats, Somlapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somlapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Somlapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somlapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somlapura
- Where is Somlapura located?
- Somlapura village is situated in Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somlapura?
- Somlapura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Somlapura?
- The pincode of Somlapura is 577218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somlapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somlapura is 2,998, with 1,515 males and 1,483 females.
- How many households are there in Somlapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somlapura village has a total of 681 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somlapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somlapura is 51.30%. The male literacy rate is 58.28%, while the female literacy rate is 44.17%.