Sompalli - Sedam, Kalaburagi
Sompalli is a village situated in the Sedam taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from Sedam and around 64 km from Gulbarga. Madkal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sompalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompalli is 620505. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.21 hectares and falls under the 585222 pincode. Sedam is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sompalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sedam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sompalli
According to the 2011 Census, Sompalli village had a total population of 537 people, including 272 males and 265 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.83%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 44.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 537 | 272 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 51 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 190 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 82 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Sompalli
Sompalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kontanpalli | West | 1.65 km |
| Madkal | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Adki | South | 3.64 km |
| Jawahar Nagar | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Rajola(k) | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Nagasanpalli | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Batgera(k) | West | 5.86 km |
| Ernapalli | South-East | 6.35 km |
| Biderched | South | 6.44 km |
| Injepalli | West | 6.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sompalli
Public transport in the Sompalli is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurgunta, while the nearest airport is Begumpet Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sedam to Sompalli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Sompalli is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sompalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sompalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sompalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sompalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sompalli
Where is Sompalli located?
Sompalli village is located in Sedam Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sompalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sompalli is Madkal.
What is the pincode of Sompalli?
The pincode of Sompalli is 585222.
What is the population of Sompalli?
Sompalli had a total population of 537, including 272 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Sompalli?
Sompalli had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sompalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompalli was 63.83%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 44.98%.