Somgaon
Somgaon is a village located in Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Khategaon (tehsildar office) and 124km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Soangaon is the gram panchayat of Somgaon village.
Somgaon has its own place in the vibrant Dewas 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 Somgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somgaon is 474243. The village spans a total geographical area of 546.68 hectares. Khategaon is nearest town to Somgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Somgaon
Population of Somgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Somgaon 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 | 1,506 | 810 | 696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 197 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,081 | 636 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 174 | 251 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somgaon village:
- The total population of Somgaon village is around 1,506, including approximately 810 males and 696 females, with a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 205 children aged 0–6 years in Somgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somgaon village has 263 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 368 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somgaon village is about 71.78%, with male literacy at 78.52% and female literacy at 63.94%.
- There are around 368 households in Somgaon village.
Connectivity of Somgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Somgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Somgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somgaon
- Where is Somgaon located?
- Somgaon village is situated in Khategaon Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Somgaon is Soangaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Somgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somgaon is 1,506, with 810 males and 696 females.
- How many households are there in Somgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somgaon village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somgaon is 71.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.52%, while the female literacy rate is 63.94%.