Sompura - Arkalgud, Hassan
Sompura is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Hanyalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sompura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompura is 616763. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.45 hectares and falls under the 573136 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sompura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sompura
As per Census 2011, Sompura village has a total population of 932 people, consisting of 478 males and 454 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 543 literate and 389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sompura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 | 478 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 54 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 173 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 315 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 163 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Sompura
Sompura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sompura
Sompura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arkalgud to Sompura is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Sompura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sompura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sompura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sompura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sompura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sompura
Where is Sompura located?
Sompura village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sompura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sompura is Hanyalu.
What is the pincode of Sompura?
The pincode of Sompura is 573136.
What is the population of Sompura?
Sompura has a total population of 932, including 478 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Sompura?
There are 192 households in Sompura.
What is the literacy rate in Sompura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompura is 58.26%. Male literacy is 65.90% and female literacy is 50.22%.