Somanalli - Yellapur, Uttara Kannada
Somanalli is a village situated in the Yellapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yellapur and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Kampli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanalli is 602955. The village covers a total geographical area of 1508.21 hectares and falls under the 581347 pincode. Yellapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Somanalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yellapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanalli
According to the 2011 Census, Somanalli village had a total population of 315 people, including 170 males and 145 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 853 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.59%, with male literacy at 92.95% and female literacy at 81.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 315 | 170 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 145 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Somanalli
Somanalli 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 Somanalli
Somanalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Yellapur to Somanalli is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Somanalli is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somanalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somanalli
Where is Somanalli located?
Somanalli village is located in Yellapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanalli is Kampli.
What is the pincode of Somanalli?
The pincode of Somanalli is 581347.
What is the population of Somanalli?
Somanalli had a total population of 315, including 170 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Somanalli?
Somanalli had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanalli was 87.59%. Male literacy was 92.95% and female literacy was 81.34%.