Soma Khurd - Majholi, Jabalpur
Soma Khurd is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Nayagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soma Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soma Khurd is 489167. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.48 hectares and falls under the 483225 pincode. Majholi is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Soma Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soma Khurd
As per Census 2011, Soma Khurd village has a total population of 515 people, consisting of 268 males and 247 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 218 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soma Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 515 | 268 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 106 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 192 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 76 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Soma Khurd
Soma Khurd 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 Soma Khurd
Soma Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Soma Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Majholi to Soma Khurd is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Soma Khurd is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soma Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soma Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soma Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soma Khurd 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soma Khurd
Where is Soma Khurd located?
Soma Khurd village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soma Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Soma Khurd is Nayagaon.
What is the pincode of Soma Khurd?
The pincode of Soma Khurd is 483225.
What is the population of Soma Khurd?
Soma Khurd has a total population of 515, including 268 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Soma Khurd?
There are 131 households in Soma Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Soma Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soma Khurd is 64.08%. Male literacy is 71.64% and female literacy is 55.87%.