Somalwada
Somalwada is a village located in Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhani (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Somalwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Somalwada unique in its vibrant Lakhani-Bhandara region. You’ll see Somalwada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Somalwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somalwada is 537185. The village spans a total geographical area of 346.71 hectares. Bhandara is nearest town to Somalwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Somalwada
Population of Somalwada
According to the 2011 Census, Somalwada has a total population of about 1,628, with approximately 818 males and 810 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 289 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.44%, with male literacy at about 84.72% and female literacy near 72.10%. There are around 375 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somalwada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 818 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 90 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 137 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,277 | 693 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 125 | 226 |
Connectivity of Somalwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somalwada. As per the 2011 stats, Somalwada 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somalwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Somalwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somalwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somalwada
- Where is Somalwada located?
- Somalwada village is situated in Lakhani Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somalwada?
- Somalwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Somalwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somalwada is 1,628, with 818 males and 810 females.
- How many households are there in Somalwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somalwada village has a total of 375 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somalwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somalwada is 78.44%. The male literacy rate is 84.72%, while the female literacy rate is 72.10%.