Somanpur - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Somanpur is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Adpalli Mal serves as the Village Panchayat for Somanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanpur is 539413. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.5 hectares and falls under the 442603 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Somanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Somanpur village had a total population of 259 people, including 132 males and 127 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.67%, with male literacy at 79.51% and female literacy at 56.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
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 | 259 | 132 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 97 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 35 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Somanpur
Somanpur 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 Somanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Somanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gadchiroli to Somanpur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somanpur
Where is Somanpur located?
Somanpur village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Somanpur?
The Village Panchayat of Somanpur is Adpalli Mal.
What is the pincode of Somanpur?
The pincode of Somanpur is 442603.
What is the population of Somanpur?
Somanpur had a total population of 259, including 132 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Somanpur?
Somanpur had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanpur was 68.67%. Male literacy was 79.51% and female literacy was 56.76%.