Somarasanahalli - Mulbagal, Kolar
Somarasanahalli is a village situated in the Mulbagal taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulbagal and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Mothakapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somarasanahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somarasanahalli is 623186. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.54 hectares and falls under the 563136 pincode. Mulbagal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Somarasanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulbagal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somarasanahalli
As per Census 2011, Somarasanahalli village has a total population of 370 people, consisting of 182 males and 188 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 219 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somarasanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 370 | 182 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 120 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 62 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Somarasanahalli
Somarasanahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mindahalli | North | 1.03 km |
| Kalavihosahalli | South | 1.07 km |
| Korevenuru | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Gennerahalli | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Sundrapalya | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Jangamahosahalli | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Kondihalli | West | 2.07 km |
| Thallapalli | East | 2.30 km |
| Pillagondanahalli | South | 2.73 km |
| Venkatapura | West | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somarasanahalli
Somarasanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Coromandel, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mulbagal to Somarasanahalli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Somarasanahalli is about 46 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 Somarasanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somarasanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Somarasanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somarasanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Somarasanahalli
Where is Somarasanahalli located?
Somarasanahalli village is located in Mulbagal Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somarasanahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somarasanahalli is Mothakapalli.
What is the pincode of Somarasanahalli?
The pincode of Somarasanahalli is 563136.
What is the population of Somarasanahalli?
Somarasanahalli has a total population of 370, including 182 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Somarasanahalli?
There are 87 households in Somarasanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somarasanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somarasanahalli is 59.19%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 52.66%.