Somanahalli - Maddur, Mandya
Somanahalli is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Somanahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanahalli is 614501. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.68 hectares and falls under the 571429 pincode. Mandya is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Somanahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maddur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanahalli
As per Census 2011, Somanahalli village has a total population of 552 people, consisting of 279 males and 273 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 279 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 37 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 174 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 105 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Somanahalli
Somanahalli 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 Somanahalli
Somanahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Somanahalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandya to Somanahalli is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Somanahalli is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somanahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somanahalli
Where is Somanahalli located?
Somanahalli village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanahalli?
Somanahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somanahalli?
The pincode of Somanahalli is 571429.
What is the population of Somanahalli?
Somanahalli has a total population of 552, including 279 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Somanahalli?
There are 131 households in Somanahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Somanahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanahalli is 52.54%. Male literacy is 62.37% and female literacy is 42.49%.