Som Kheda Kalan - Damoh
Som Kheda Kalan is a village situated in the Damoh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Damoh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Somkhedakla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Som Kheda Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Som Kheda Kalan is 462406. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.38 hectares and falls under the 470661 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Som Kheda Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Damoh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Som Kheda Kalan
As per Census 2011, Som Kheda Kalan village has a total population of 1,727 people, consisting of 909 males and 818 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,048 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 505 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Som Kheda Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,727 | 909 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 505 | 267 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 1,048 | 626 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 283 | 396 |
Nearby Villages of Som Kheda Kalan
Som Kheda Kalan 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 Som Kheda Kalan
Som Kheda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Damoh to Som Kheda Kalan is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Som Kheda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Som Kheda Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Som Kheda Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Som Kheda Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Som Kheda Kalan
Where is Som Kheda Kalan located?
Som Kheda Kalan village is located in Damoh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Som Kheda Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Som Kheda Kalan is Somkhedakla.
What is the pincode of Som Kheda Kalan?
The pincode of Som Kheda Kalan is 470661.
What is the population of Som Kheda Kalan?
Som Kheda Kalan has a total population of 1,727, including 909 males and 818 females.
How many households are there in Som Kheda Kalan?
There are 404 households in Som Kheda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Som Kheda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Som Kheda Kalan is 60.68%. Male literacy is 68.87% and female literacy is 51.59%.