Somthana - Majalgaon, Beed
Somthana is a village situated in the Majalgaon tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Manjlegaon and around 94 km from Bid. Somthana village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somthana is 559349. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.45 hectares and falls under the 431131 pincode. Manjlegaon is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Somthana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somthana
According to the 2011 Census, Somthana village had a total population of 1,529 people, including 784 males and 745 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.37%, with male literacy at 84.64% and female literacy at 65.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235.
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 | 1,529 | 784 | 745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 133 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 114 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 551 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 233 | 341 |
Nearby Villages of Somthana
Somthana 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
Somthana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Manjlegaon to Somthana is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Somthana is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somthana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somthana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somthana
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somthana
Where is Somthana located?
Somthana village is located in Majalgaon Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Somthana?
Somthana is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somthana?
The pincode of Somthana is 431131.
What is the population of Somthana?
Somthana had a total population of 1,529, including 784 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Somthana?
Somthana had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somthana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somthana was 75.37%. Male literacy was 84.64% and female literacy was 65.58%.