Somur - Deglur, Nanded
Somur is a village situated in the Deglur tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deglur and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Somur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somur is 545700. The village covers a total geographical area of 383 hectares and falls under the 431741 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Somur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deglur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somur
As per Census 2011, Somur village has a total population of 1,074 people, consisting of 524 males and 550 females. The village has 227 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,074 | 524 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 135 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 331 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 193 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Somur
Somur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kokalgaon | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Khutmapur | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Bembra | East | 2.75 km |
| Ramtapur | South | 2.92 km |
| Bhutan Hipparga | North | 3.04 km |
| Hanegaon | West | 3.93 km |
| Yedur | South | 5.17 km |
| Bijalwadi | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Loni | North-West | 5.58 km |
| Mangajiwadi | North | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somur
Somur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kamalnagar, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deglur to Somur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Somur is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Somur
Where is Somur located?
Somur village is located in Deglur Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somur?
Somur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somur?
The pincode of Somur is 431741.
What is the population of Somur?
Somur has a total population of 1,074, including 524 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Somur?
There are 227 households in Somur.
What is the literacy rate in Somur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somur is 56.80%. Male literacy is 63.17% and female literacy is 50.73%.