Somthana Kh. - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Somthana Kh. is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 130 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 129 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Somthana Khu. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somthana Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somthana Kh. is 531589. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.04 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Somthana Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somthana Kh.
As per Census 2011, Somthana Kh. village has a total population of 641 people, consisting of 314 males and 327 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 630 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somthana Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 641 | 314 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 630 | 310 | 320 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 179 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 135 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Somthana Kh.
Somthana Kh. 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 Somthana Kh.
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Somthana Kh..
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Somthana Kh. is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Somthana Kh. is about 129 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 Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somthana Kh. 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Somthana Kh.
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 Kh. 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 Kh.
Where is Somthana Kh. located?
Somthana Kh. village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somthana Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Somthana Kh. is Somthana Khu..
What is the pincode of Somthana Kh.?
The pincode of Somthana Kh. is 444807.
What is the population of Somthana Kh.?
Somthana Kh. has a total population of 641, including 314 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Somthana Kh.?
There are 113 households in Somthana Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Somthana Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somthana Kh. is 47.74%. Male literacy is 57.01% and female literacy is 38.84%.