Sompura - Koratagere, Tumakuru
Sompura is a village situated in the Koratagere taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Koratagere and around 37 km from Tumkur. Akkirampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sompura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompura is 611106. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.32 hectares and falls under the 572121 pincode. Koratagere is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Koratagere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sompura
As per Census 2011, Sompura village has a total population of 1,479 people, consisting of 727 males and 752 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,086 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 412 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sompura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,479 | 727 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 76 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 412 | 213 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 583 | 503 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 144 | 249 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanumenahalli | East | 0.97 km |
| Akkirampura | North | 2.00 km |
| Kathinagenahalli | West | 2.19 km |
| Holavanahalli | South | 2.60 km |
| Pannenahalli | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Harapagondanahalli | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Chikkanahalli | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Cheelagondanahalli | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Ranganahalli | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Buddenahalli | East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sompura
Sompura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Someshwara, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koratagere to Sompura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Sompura is about 37 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sompura
Where is Sompura located?
Sompura village is located in Koratagere Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sompura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sompura is Akkirampura.
What is the pincode of Sompura?
The pincode of Sompura is 572121.
What is the population of Sompura?
Sompura has a total population of 1,479, including 727 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Sompura?
There are 362 households in Sompura.
What is the literacy rate in Sompura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompura is 73.43%. Male literacy is 80.19% and female literacy is 66.89%.