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
As per Census 2011, Somanahalli village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 111 males and 113 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| 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 has a total population of 224, including 111 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Somanahalli?
There are 63 households in Somanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanahalli is 71.43%. Male literacy is 81.98% and female literacy is 61.06%.