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.
Somlapura has its own place in the vibrant Davanagere 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Somlapura 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somlapura village:
- The total population of Somlapura village is around 2,998, including approximately 1,515 males and 1,483 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 317 children aged 0–6 years in Somlapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somlapura village has 797 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 762 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somlapura village is about 51.30%, with male literacy at 58.28% and female literacy at 44.17%.
- There are around 681 households in Somlapura village.
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%.