Somchadi - Alot, Ratlam
Somchadi is a village situated in the Alot tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alot and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Devgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somchadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somchadi is 470224. The village covers a total geographical area of 396.77 hectares and falls under the 457118 pincode. Alot is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Somchadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somchadi
As per Census 2011, Somchadi village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 232 males and 240 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somchadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 232 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 152 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 80 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Somchadi
Somchadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khankar Khedi | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Himmat Khedi | North | 1.79 km |
| Hanumantya | East | 2.19 km |
| Devgarh | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Alakheda | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Hariya Kheda | North | 3.17 km |
| Pipalya Sisodiya | South | 3.21 km |
| Karadiya | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Pipalya Pitha | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Moriya | North | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somchadi
Somchadi 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 Thuria, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Alot to Somchadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Somchadi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somchadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somchadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somchadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somchadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somchadi
Where is Somchadi located?
Somchadi village is located in Alot Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somchadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Somchadi is Devgarh.
What is the pincode of Somchadi?
The pincode of Somchadi is 457118.
What is the population of Somchadi?
Somchadi has a total population of 472, including 232 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Somchadi?
There are 96 households in Somchadi.
What is the literacy rate in Somchadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somchadi is 49.79%. Male literacy is 65.52% and female literacy is 34.58%.