Somthana Budruk - Akot, Akola
Somthana Budruk is a village situated in the Akot tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 129 km from Chikhaldara and around 128 km from Amravati. Somthana (bu) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somthana Budruk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somthana Budruk is 531590. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.04 hectares and falls under the 444101 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Somthana Budruk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somthana Budruk
As per Census 2011, Somthana Budruk village has a total population of 565 people, consisting of 293 males and 272 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 515 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somthana Budruk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 565 | 293 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 272 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 185 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 108 | 136 |
Transport and Connectivity of Somthana Budruk
Somthana Budruk 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 located within >10 km of Somthana Budruk.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Somthana Budruk is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Somthana Budruk is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somthana Budruk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somthana Budruk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somthana Budruk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somthana Budruk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somthana Budruk
Where is Somthana Budruk located?
Somthana Budruk village is located in Akot Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somthana Budruk?
The Gram Panchayat of Somthana Budruk is Somthana (bu).
What is the pincode of Somthana Budruk?
The pincode of Somthana Budruk is 444101.
What is the population of Somthana Budruk?
Somthana Budruk has a total population of 565, including 293 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Somthana Budruk?
There are 110 households in Somthana Budruk.
What is the literacy rate in Somthana Budruk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somthana Budruk is 56.81%. Male literacy is 63.14% and female literacy is 50.00%.