Somlapur - Ranibennur, Haveri
Somlapur is a village situated in the Ranibennur taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranibennur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Somalapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somlapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somlapur is 604495. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.62 hectares and falls under the 581211 pincode. Ranibennur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Somlapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranibennur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somlapur
According to the 2011 Census, Somlapur village had a total population of 1,484 people, including 789 males and 695 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.60%, with male literacy at 90.01% and female literacy at 72.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,484 | 789 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 108 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 59 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 613 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 176 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Somlapur
Somlapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nittur Basapura | North | 1.71 km |
| Yallapur T.medleri | South | 1.85 km |
| Konanatambigi | East | 2.52 km |
| Aremallapur | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Tavaragundi | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Nittur | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Hirebidari | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Udagatti | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Yakalasapur | South-West | 5.11 km |
| Medleri | West | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somlapur
Somlapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chalgeri, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranibennur to Somlapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Somlapur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somlapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somlapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somlapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somlapur 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 Somlapur
Where is Somlapur located?
Somlapur village is located in Ranibennur Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Somlapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somlapur is Somalapur.
What is the pincode of Somlapur?
The pincode of Somlapur is 581211.
What is the population of Somlapur?
Somlapur had a total population of 1,484, including 789 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Somlapur?
Somlapur had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somlapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somlapur was 81.60%. Male literacy was 90.01% and female literacy was 72.16%.