Somanahalli - Hole Narsipur, Hassan
Somanahalli is a village situated in the Hole Narsipur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hole Narsipura and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Bidarakka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanahalli is 616934. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.45 hectares and falls under the 573211 pincode. Hole Narsipur is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Arkalgud 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 633 people, consisting of 343 males and 290 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 343 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 202 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 141 | 171 |
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
Somanahalli 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 Hole Narsipur to Somanahalli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Somanahalli is about 41 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 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somanahalli
Where is Somanahalli located?
Somanahalli village is located in Hole Narsipur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanahalli is Bidarakka.
What is the pincode of Somanahalli?
The pincode of Somanahalli is 573211.
What is the population of Somanahalli?
Somanahalli has a total population of 633, including 343 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Somanahalli?
There are 149 households in Somanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanahalli is 50.71%. Male literacy is 58.89% and female literacy is 41.03%.