Somanahalli - Belur, Hassan
Somanahalli is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Dabbe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanahalli is 615081. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 573115 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanahalli
According to the 2011 Census, Somanahalli village had a total population of 224 people, including 111 males and 113 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 85.05% and female literacy at 66.99%. 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 | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 91 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 20 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Somanahalli
Somanahalli 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 Somanahalli
Public transport in the Somanahalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Belur to Somanahalli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Somanahalli is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somanahalli
Where is Somanahalli located?
Somanahalli village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanahalli is Dabbe.
What is the pincode of Somanahalli?
The pincode of Somanahalli is 573115.
What is the population of Somanahalli?
Somanahalli had a total population of 224, including 111 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Somanahalli?
Somanahalli had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanahalli was 76.19%. Male literacy was 85.05% and female literacy was 66.99%.