Somnur Mal - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Somnur Mal is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 242 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gumalkonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somnur Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somnur Mal is 540131. The village covers a total geographical area of 430 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 160 km away.
Somnur Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somnur Mal
As per Census 2011, Somnur Mal village has a total population of 730 people, consisting of 337 males and 393 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 361 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somnur Mal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 730 | 337 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 166 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 167 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 175 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 162 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Somnur Mal
Somnur Mal 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 Somnur Mal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Somnur Mal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mancherial to Somnur Mal is about 160 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Somnur Mal is about 242 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somnur Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somnur Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somnur Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somnur Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somnur Mal
Where is Somnur Mal located?
Somnur Mal village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somnur Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Somnur Mal is Gumalkonda.
What is the pincode of Somnur Mal?
The pincode of Somnur Mal is 442504.
What is the population of Somnur Mal?
Somnur Mal has a total population of 730, including 337 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Somnur Mal?
There are 180 households in Somnur Mal.
What is the literacy rate in Somnur Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somnur Mal is 42.60%. Male literacy is 51.93% and female literacy is 34.61%.