Somanahalli Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Somanahalli is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Guttidurga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanahalli is 606481. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.16 hectares and falls under the 577553 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Somanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanahalli
As per Census 2011, Somanahalli village has a total population of 665 people, consisting of 340 males and 325 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanahalli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 665 | 340 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 218 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 240 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 100 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Somanahalli
Somanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kortikere | North | 1.87 km |
| Guttidurga | West | 2.06 km |
| Santhemuddapura | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Rastemakunte | East | 3.35 km |
| Halavadandi | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Gollarahalli | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Bistuvalli | East | 3.53 km |
| Kasturipura | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Vysyagondanahalli | North | 4.27 km |
| Kariyannanahalli | West | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somanahalli
Somanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Haliyuru, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagalur to Somanahalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Somanahalli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanahalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somanahalli
Where is Somanahalli located?
Somanahalli village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanahalli is Guttidurga.
What is the pincode of Somanahalli?
The pincode of Somanahalli is 577553.
What is the population of Somanahalli?
Somanahalli has a total population of 665, including 340 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Somanahalli?
There are 133 households in Somanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanahalli is 61.50%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 52.00%.