Sompura - Maddur, Mandya
Sompura is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Nagarakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sompura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompura is 614606. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.76 hectares and falls under the 571428 pincode. Maddur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sompura 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 Sompura
As per Census 2011, Sompura village has a total population of 1,946 people, consisting of 972 males and 974 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,052 literate and 894 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sompura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,946 | 972 | 974 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 87 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 635 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 894 | 337 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Sompura
Sompura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malagaranahalli | South-East | 1.08 km |
| Nagarakere | North | 1.36 km |
| Huligerepura | West | 1.78 km |
| Uppinakere | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Channasandra | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Neelakantanahalli | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Vaidyanathapura | North | 2.72 km |
| Chatradahosahalli | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Hagalahalli | East | 2.87 km |
| Kabbare | South-East | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sompura
Public transport in the Sompura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maddur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maddur to Sompura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Sompura is about 29 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 Sompura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sompura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sompura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sompura 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 Sompura
Where is Sompura located?
Sompura village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sompura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sompura is Nagarakere.
What is the pincode of Sompura?
The pincode of Sompura is 571428.
What is the population of Sompura?
Sompura has a total population of 1,946, including 972 males and 974 females.
How many households are there in Sompura?
There are 466 households in Sompura.
What is the literacy rate in Sompura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompura is 54.06%. Male literacy is 65.33% and female literacy is 42.81%.