Somlapura - Channagiri, Davanagere
Somlapura is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Somlapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somlapura is 606974. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.18 hectares and falls under the 577218 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Somlapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somlapura
According to the 2011 Census, Somlapura village had a total population of 2,998 people, including 1,515 males and 1,483 females, living in 681 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.37%, with male literacy at 65.02% and female literacy at 49.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 797, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 762.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Somlapura
Somlapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kerebilachi | West | 1.71 km |
| Jakkali | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Kashipura | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Hallimallapura | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Channapura | East | 3.54 km |
| Mallapura | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Sulekere | West | 3.72 km |
| Alur | North | 3.80 km |
| Kudligere | North-East | 3.85 km |
| Avalaghatta | East | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somlapura
Somlapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sasalu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channagiri to Somlapura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Somlapura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somlapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somlapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somlapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somlapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Somlapura
Where is Somlapura located?
Somlapura village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somlapura?
Somlapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somlapura?
The pincode of Somlapura is 577218.
What is the population of Somlapura?
Somlapura had a total population of 2,998, including 1,515 males and 1,483 females.
How many households are there in Somlapura?
Somlapura had 681 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somlapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somlapura was 57.37%. Male literacy was 65.02% and female literacy was 49.51%.