Somgaon Kalan
Somgaon Kalan is a village located in Sirali tehsil of Harda district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sirali (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Harda. As per 2009 stats, Somgaon Kala is the gram panchayat of Somgaon Kalan village.
Somgaon Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Harda 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 Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somgaon Kalan is 486665. The village spans a total geographical area of 574.64 hectares. Khirkiya is nearest town to Somgaon Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somgaon Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Timarni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Betul Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Somgaon Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Somgaon Kalan 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 | 1,476 | 742 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 105 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 270 | 271 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 520 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 222 | 299 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somgaon Kalan village:
- The total population of Somgaon Kalan village is around 1,476, including approximately 742 males and 734 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 207 children aged 0–6 years in Somgaon Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somgaon Kalan village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 541 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somgaon Kalan village is about 64.70%, with male literacy at 70.08% and female literacy at 59.26%.
- There are around 278 households in Somgaon Kalan village.
Connectivity of Somgaon Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somgaon Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Somgaon Kalan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somgaon Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Somgaon Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somgaon Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somgaon Kalan
- Where is Somgaon Kalan located?
- Somgaon Kalan village is situated in Sirali Tehsil, within the Harda district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somgaon Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Somgaon Kalan is Somgaon Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Somgaon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somgaon Kalan is 1,476, with 742 males and 734 females.
- How many households are there in Somgaon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somgaon Kalan village has a total of 278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somgaon Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somgaon Kalan is 64.70%. The male literacy rate is 70.08%, while the female literacy rate is 59.26%.