Somarundi Khurd - Sailana, Ratlam
Somarundi Khurd is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Indrawalkhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somarundi Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somarundi Khurd is 470487. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.32 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Somarundi Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somarundi Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Somarundi Khurd village had a total population of 159 people, including 76 males and 83 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.96%, with male literacy at 46.43% and female literacy at 25.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 20 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 26 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 50 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Somarundi Khurd
Somarundi Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpura | North | 0.86 km |
| Ambaghati | South | 1.14 km |
| Phuphirundi | South | 1.73 km |
| Jhosla | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Kesarpura | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Madhopura | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Deogarah | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Chameli Kheda | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Bhurapani | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Dangraghati | West | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somarundi Khurd
Somarundi Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nityanand Dham, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.7 km.
| 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 Sailana to Somarundi Khurd is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Somarundi Khurd is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somarundi Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somarundi Khurd 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 Somarundi 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 Somarundi Khurd 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 Somarundi Khurd
Where is Somarundi Khurd located?
Somarundi Khurd village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somarundi Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Somarundi Khurd is Indrawalkhurd.
What is the pincode of Somarundi Khurd?
The pincode of Somarundi Khurd is 457550.
What is the population of Somarundi Khurd?
Somarundi Khurd had a total population of 159, including 76 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Somarundi Khurd?
Somarundi Khurd had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somarundi Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somarundi Khurd was 35.96%. Male literacy was 46.43% and female literacy was 25.86%.