Somalwadi
Somalwadi is a village located in Akola tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Akola (tehsildar office) and 144km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Somalwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Somalwadi has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Somalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somalwadi is 557280. The village spans a total geographical area of 435 hectares. Sangamner is nearest town to Somalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somalwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somalwadi
Population of Somalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Somalwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 606 | 310 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 305 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 237 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 73 | 146 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somalwadi village:
- The total population of Somalwadi village is around 606, including approximately 310 males and 296 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Somalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somalwadi village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 600 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somalwadi village is about 63.86%, with male literacy at 76.45% and female literacy at 50.68%.
- There are around 133 households in Somalwadi village.
Connectivity of Somalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Somalwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Somalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somalwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somalwadi
- Where is Somalwadi located?
- Somalwadi village is situated in Akola Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somalwadi?
- Somalwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Somalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somalwadi is 606, with 310 males and 296 females.
- How many households are there in Somalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somalwadi village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somalwadi is 63.86%. The male literacy rate is 76.45%, while the female literacy rate is 50.68%.