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.
Somalwada has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Somalwada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somalwada village:
- The total population of Somalwada village is around 1,628, including approximately 818 males and 810 females, with a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Somalwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somalwada village has 289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somalwada village is about 78.44%, with male literacy at 84.72% and female literacy at 72.10%.
- There are around 375 households in Somalwada village.
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%.