Somanathanahalli - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Somanathanahalli is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Anekere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanathanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanathanahalli is 617043. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.08 hectares and falls under the 573116 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Somanathanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holenarasipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanathanahalli
As per Census 2011, Somanathanahalli village has a total population of 820 people, consisting of 404 males and 416 females. The village has 188 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 300 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanathanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 404 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 35 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 253 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 151 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Somanathanahalli
Somanathanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sattigodanahalli | South | 1.11 km |
| B.samudravalli | North | 1.22 km |
| Mallappana Betta Kaval | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Jagaravalli | West | 2.06 km |
| Sannenahalli | South | 2.25 km |
| Sagathavalli | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Bijemaranahalli | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Katrighatta | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Baladare | North | 3.17 km |
| D.samudravalli | South-West | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somanathanahalli
Somanathanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mavinkere, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Somanathanahalli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Somanathanahalli 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 Somanathanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanathanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somanathanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanathanahalli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somanathanahalli
Where is Somanathanahalli located?
Somanathanahalli village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanathanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanathanahalli is Anekere.
What is the pincode of Somanathanahalli?
The pincode of Somanathanahalli is 573116.
What is the population of Somanathanahalli?
Somanathanahalli has a total population of 820, including 404 males and 416 females.
How many households are there in Somanathanahalli?
There are 188 households in Somanathanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somanathanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanathanahalli is 54.51%. Male literacy is 62.62% and female literacy is 46.63%.