Somanala Kh. - Pauni, Bhandara
Somanala Kh. is a village situated in the Pauni tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pauni and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Katurli serves as the Village Panchayat for Somanala Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanala Kh. is 537308. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.95 hectares and falls under the 441910 pincode. Pauni is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Somanala Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somanala Kh.
According to the 2011 Census, Somanala Kh. village had a total population of 158 people, including 87 males and 71 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.07%, with male literacy at 73.42% and female literacy at 66.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 58 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 29 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Somanala Kh.
Somanala Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khambadi | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Pimpalgaon | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Virali (khandar) | West | 2.28 km |
| Katurli | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Pilandri | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Kesalapuri | North | 3.02 km |
| Fanoli | South | 3.22 km |
| Palependhari | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Chikhali | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Telpendhari | North | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somanala Kh.
Public transport in the Somanala Kh. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhuyar Halt, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauni to Somanala Kh. is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Somanala Kh. is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanala Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanala Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somanala 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 Somanala Kh. 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 Somanala Kh.
Where is Somanala Kh. located?
Somanala Kh. village is located in Pauni Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Somanala Kh.?
The Village Panchayat of Somanala Kh. is Katurli.
What is the pincode of Somanala Kh.?
The pincode of Somanala Kh. is 441910.
What is the population of Somanala Kh.?
Somanala Kh. had a total population of 158, including 87 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Somanala Kh.?
Somanala Kh. had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanala Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanala Kh. was 70.07%. Male literacy was 73.42% and female literacy was 66.18%.