Somalapura
Somalapura is a village located in Turuvekere taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Turuvekere (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Banasandra is the gram panchayat of Somalapura village.
Somalapura has its own place in the vibrant Tumkur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Somalapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somalapura is 612192. The village spans a total geographical area of 379.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572212. Turuvekere is nearest town to Somalapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Somalapura
Population of Somalapura
Below is a concise population overview of Somalapura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 878 | 443 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 684 | 368 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 75 | 119 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somalapura village:
- The total population of Somalapura village is around 878, including approximately 443 males and 435 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Somalapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somalapura village has 172 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Somalapura village is about 77.90%, with male literacy at 83.07% and female literacy at 72.64%.
- There are around 221 households in Somalapura village.
Connectivity of Somalapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somalapura. As per the 2011 stats, Somalapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somalapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Somalapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somalapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somalapura
- Where is Somalapura located?
- Somalapura village is situated in Turuvekere Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somalapura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Somalapura is Banasandra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Somalapura?
- The pincode of Somalapura is 572212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somalapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somalapura is 878, with 443 males and 435 females.
- How many households are there in Somalapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somalapura village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somalapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somalapura is 77.90%. The male literacy rate is 83.07%, while the female literacy rate is 72.64%.