Somalpur - Arjuni Morgaon, Gondia
Somalpur is a village situated in the Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Arjuni Morgaon and around 85 km from Gondiya. Somalpur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somalpur is 538176. The village covers a total geographical area of 390.16 hectares and falls under the 441702 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Somalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Somalpur village had a total population of 773 people, including 388 males and 385 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.40%, with male literacy at 89.18% and female literacy at 79.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 773 | 388 | 385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 305 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 83 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Somalpur
Somalpur 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 Somalpur
Somalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Somalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Somalpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gondiya to Somalpur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somalpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somalpur
Where is Somalpur located?
Somalpur village is located in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Somalpur?
Somalpur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somalpur?
The pincode of Somalpur is 441702.
What is the population of Somalpur?
Somalpur had a total population of 773, including 388 males and 385 females.
How many households are there in Somalpur?
Somalpur had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somalpur was 84.40%. Male literacy was 89.18% and female literacy was 79.65%.