Sompur - Yelbarga, Koppal
Sompur is a village situated in the Yelbarga taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yelbarga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Hiremyageri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sompur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompur is 601233. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.03 hectares and falls under the 583284 pincode. Gajendragarh is the nearest town, located about 10 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 959 people, consisting of 484 males and 475 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sompur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 959 | 484 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 68 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 20 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 367 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 117 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Sompur
Sompur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kerihalli | East | 2.83 km |
| Male Koppa | East | 3.03 km |
| Sidnekoppa | North | 3.92 km |
| Anugondana Koppa | East | 4.77 km |
| Hallikeri | South | 4.96 km |
| Timmapur | West | 4.98 km |
| Mannapur | East | 6.01 km |
| Mandalgeri | North-East | 6.15 km |
| Halligudi | South-West | 6.21 km |
| Yarihanchinal | North-West | 6.75 km |
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 Sompur Road, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 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 Gajendragarh to Sompur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Sompur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sompur
Where is Sompur located?
Sompur village is located in Yelbarga Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sompur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sompur is Hiremyageri.
What is the pincode of Sompur?
The pincode of Sompur is 583284.
What is the population of Sompur?
Sompur has a total population of 959, including 484 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Sompur?
There are 212 households in Sompur.
What is the literacy rate in Sompur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompur is 66.53%. Male literacy is 75.83% and female literacy is 57.05%.