Somnath Borgaon - Ambejogai, Beed
Somnath Borgaon is a village situated in the Ambejogai tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Ambejogai and around 10 km from Bid. Somnath Borgaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somnath Borgaon is 559998. The village covers a total geographical area of 1023.84 hectares and falls under the 431517 pincode. Ambejogai is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Somnath Borgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somnath Borgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Somnath Borgaon village had a total population of 1,494 people, including 754 males and 740 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.97%, with male literacy at 90.15% and female literacy at 71.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 1,494 | 754 | 740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 84 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 59 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 604 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 422 | 150 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Somnath Borgaon
Somnath Borgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makegaon | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Hiwara Kh | North | 2.96 km |
| Anjanpur | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Kopra | South | 3.41 km |
| Kaudgaon | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Apegaon | West | 4.45 km |
| Kolkanadi | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Nandadi | East | 4.56 km |
| Kanadi Borgaon | South | 5.08 km |
| Lasra | South-West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somnath Borgaon
Somnath Borgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Neoli, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 km.
| 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 Ambejogai to Somnath Borgaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Somnath Borgaon is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somnath Borgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somnath Borgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somnath Borgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somnath Borgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somnath Borgaon
Where is Somnath Borgaon located?
Somnath Borgaon village is located in Ambejogai Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Somnath Borgaon?
Somnath Borgaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somnath Borgaon?
The pincode of Somnath Borgaon is 431517.
What is the population of Somnath Borgaon?
Somnath Borgaon had a total population of 1,494, including 754 males and 740 females.
How many households are there in Somnath Borgaon?
Somnath Borgaon had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somnath Borgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somnath Borgaon was 80.97%. Male literacy was 90.15% and female literacy was 71.56%.