Somalpur
Somalpur is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 85km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur is the gram panchayat of Somalpur village.
Somalpur has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli 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 Somalpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somalpur is 539059. The village spans a total geographical area of 479.48 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Somalpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somalpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somalpur
Population of Somalpur
Below is a concise population overview of Somalpur 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 | 228 | 116 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 113 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 72 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 44 | 58 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somalpur village:
- The total population of Somalpur village is around 228, including approximately 116 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Somalpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somalpur village has 223 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somalpur village is about 55.26%, with male literacy at 62.07% and female literacy at 48.21%.
- There are around 46 households in Somalpur village.
Connectivity of Somalpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somalpur. As per the 2011 stats, Somalpur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somalpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Somalpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somalpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somalpur
- Where is Somalpur located?
- Somalpur village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somalpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Somalpur is Durgapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Somalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somalpur is 228, with 116 males and 112 females.
- How many households are there in Somalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somalpur village has a total of 46 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somalpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somalpur is 55.26%. The male literacy rate is 62.07%, while the female literacy rate is 48.21%.