Somgaon

Somgaon is a village located in Punasa tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Punasa (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Khandwa. As per 2009 stats, Somgaon village is also a gram panchayat.

Somgaon has its own place in the vibrant Khandwa 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 505929. The village spans a total geographical area of 589.5 hectares. Mundi is nearest town to Somgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,240 647 593
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 183 93 90
Scheduled Castes (SC) 59 31 28
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 84 46 38
Literate Population 690 441 249
Illiterate Population 550 206 344

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somgaon village:

  • The total population of Somgaon village is around 1,240, including approximately 647 males and 593 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 183 children aged 0–6 years in Somgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Somgaon village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Somgaon village is about 55.65%, with male literacy at 68.16% and female literacy at 41.99%.
  • There are around 268 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Somgaon

Where is Somgaon located?
Somgaon village is situated in Punasa Tehsil, within the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somgaon?
Somgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Somgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somgaon is 1,240, with 647 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Somgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Somgaon village has a total of 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somgaon is 55.65%. The male literacy rate is 68.16%, while the female literacy rate is 41.99%.