Somnathpur - Udgir, Latur
Somnathpur is a village situated in the Udgir tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udgir and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Somnathpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somnathpur is 561013. The village covers a total geographical area of 659.14 hectares and falls under the 413517 pincode. Udgir is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Somnathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somnathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Somnathpur village had a total population of 5,506 people, including 2,917 males and 2,589 females, living in 1,010 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.93%, with male literacy at 87.38% and female literacy at 73.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 5,506 | 2,917 | 2,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 765 | 406 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,126 | 607 | 519 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 3,837 | 2,194 | 1,643 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,669 | 723 | 946 |
Nearby Villages of Somnathpur
Somnathpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Haknakwadi | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Loni | West | 2.55 km |
| Malkapur | South | 2.81 km |
| Pimpri | East | 3.60 km |
| Nawandi | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Tiwatgyal | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Dongarshelki | North | 4.93 km |
| Haibatpur | West | 5.09 km |
| Tondar | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Banshelki | South | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somnathpur
Somnathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udgir to Somnathpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Somnathpur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somnathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somnathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somnathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somnathpur 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Somnathpur
Where is Somnathpur located?
Somnathpur village is located in Udgir Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somnathpur?
Somnathpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somnathpur?
The pincode of Somnathpur is 413517.
What is the population of Somnathpur?
Somnathpur had a total population of 5,506, including 2,917 males and 2,589 females.
How many households are there in Somnathpur?
Somnathpur had 1,010 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somnathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somnathpur was 80.93%. Male literacy was 87.38% and female literacy was 73.68%.