Somla - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Somla is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Rampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somla is 477509. The village covers a total geographical area of 705.21 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Somla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somla
As per Census 2011, Somla village has a total population of 765 people, consisting of 415 males and 350 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 843 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 428 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 732 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 765 | 415 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 74 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 732 | 399 | 333 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 275 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 140 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Somla
Somla 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 Somla
Public transport in the Somla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Somla is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Somla is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somla 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 Somla
Where is Somla located?
Somla village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somla?
The Gram Panchayat of Somla is Rampura.
What is the pincode of Somla?
The pincode of Somla is 451331.
What is the population of Somla?
Somla has a total population of 765, including 415 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Somla?
There are 155 households in Somla.
What is the literacy rate in Somla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somla is 55.95%. Male literacy is 66.27% and female literacy is 43.71%.