Somanmardi - Arakera, Raichur
Somanmardi is a village situated in the Arakera taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Devadurga and around 82 km from Raichur. Somanamaradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanmardi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanmardi is 600574. The village covers a total geographical area of 1090.82 hectares and falls under the 584116 pincode. Devadurga is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Somanmardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanmardi
As per Census 2011, Somanmardi village has a total population of 2,691 people, consisting of 1,366 males and 1,325 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 458 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 891 literate and 1,800 illiterate residents. Additionally, 416 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,413 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanmardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,691 | 1,366 | 1,325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 254 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 210 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,413 | 723 | 690 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 558 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,800 | 808 | 992 |
Nearby Villages of Somanmardi
Somanmardi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naglapur | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Bommanhalli | North | 2.52 km |
| Bhogiramangund | East | 2.61 km |
| Mudvaigaddi | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Bandebhavi | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Gandhal | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Mykaldoddi | East | 4.50 km |
| Yarjanti | West | 4.70 km |
| Horahatti | North-East | 4.76 km |
| Yalaghatta | South | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somanmardi
Public transport in the Somanmardi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saidapur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.6 km.
| 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 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devadurga to Somanmardi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Somanmardi is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanmardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanmardi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Somanmardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanmardi 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Somanmardi
Where is Somanmardi located?
Somanmardi village is located in Arakera Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanmardi?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanmardi is Somanamaradi.
What is the pincode of Somanmardi?
The pincode of Somanmardi is 584116.
What is the population of Somanmardi?
Somanmardi has a total population of 2,691, including 1,366 males and 1,325 females.
How many households are there in Somanmardi?
There are 417 households in Somanmardi.
What is the literacy rate in Somanmardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanmardi is 33.11%. Male literacy is 40.85% and female literacy is 25.13%.