Somenahalli - Arsikere, Hassan
Somenahalli is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Yadavanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somenahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somenahalli is 615828. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.13 hectares and falls under the 573119 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Somenahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arsikere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somenahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Somenahalli village had a total population of 903 people, including 457 males and 446 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.94%, with male literacy at 88.59% and female literacy at 69.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 903 | 457 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 45 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 365 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 92 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Somenahalli
Somenahalli 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 Somenahalli
Public transport in the Somenahalli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Somenahalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Somenahalli is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Somenahalli is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somenahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somenahalli 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somenahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somenahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somenahalli
Where is Somenahalli located?
Somenahalli village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somenahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somenahalli is Yadavanahalli.
What is the pincode of Somenahalli?
The pincode of Somenahalli is 573119.
What is the population of Somenahalli?
Somenahalli had a total population of 903, including 457 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Somenahalli?
Somenahalli had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somenahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somenahalli was 78.94%. Male literacy was 88.59% and female literacy was 69.45%.