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.
Here you can discover what makes Somgaon unique in its vibrant Khategaon-Dewas region. You’ll see Somgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Somgaon has a total population of about 1,506, with approximately 810 males and 696 females. The sex ratio is around 859 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 263 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 368. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.78%, with male literacy at about 78.52% and female literacy near 63.94%. There are around 368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.