Somthana
About Somthana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Somthana village is 546393. Somthana village is located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Somthana village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 773.98 hectares. Somthana has a total population of 2,476 peoples, out of which male population is 1,276 while female population is 1,200. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 940 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of somthana village is 69.35% out of which 76.57% males and 61.67% females are literate. There are about 480 houses in somthana village.
When it comes to administration, Somthana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Somthana village comes under Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency. Basmath is nearest town to somthana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Somthana
The population details of Somthana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,476 | 1,276 | 1,200 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 285 | 151 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 614 | 339 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,717 | 977 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 759 | 299 | 460 |
Connectivity of Somthana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Somthana
Where is Somthana located?
Somthana village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somthana?
Somthana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somthana is 2,476, with 1,276 males and 1,200 females.
How many households are there in Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Somthana village has a total of 480 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somthana is 69.35%. The male literacy rate is 76.57%, while the female literacy rate is 61.67%.