Sompur - Kukanoor, Koppal
Sompur is a village situated in the Kukanoor taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 29 km from Yelbarga and around 38 km from Koppal. Mandalageri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sompur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompur is 601366. The village covers a total geographical area of 1669.61 hectares and falls under the 583232 pincode. Yelbarga is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sompur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelburga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sompur
As per Census 2011, Sompur village has a total population of 1,677 people, consisting of 860 males and 817 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sompur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 860 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 127 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 651 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 209 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Sompur
Sompur 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 Sompur
Sompur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Sompur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yelbarga to Sompur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Sompur is about 38 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 Sompur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sompur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sompur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sompur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sompur
Where is Sompur located?
Sompur village is located in Kukanoor Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sompur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sompur is Mandalageri.
What is the pincode of Sompur?
The pincode of Sompur is 583232.
What is the population of Sompur?
Sompur has a total population of 1,677, including 860 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Sompur?
There are 324 households in Sompur.
What is the literacy rate in Sompur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompur is 63.98%. Male literacy is 75.70% and female literacy is 51.65%.