Somthana
Somthana is a village located in Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 73km away from sub-district headquarter Kandhar (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Somthana village is also a gram panchayat.
Somthana has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Somthana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somthana is 545421. The village spans a total geographical area of 223 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431742. Kandhar is nearest town to Somthana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somthana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somthana
Population of Somthana
Below is a concise population overview of Somthana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 241 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 301 | 180 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 61 | 116 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somthana village:
- The total population of Somthana village is around 478, including approximately 241 males and 237 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 70 children aged 0–6 years in Somthana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somthana village has 83 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Somthana village is about 62.97%, with male literacy at 74.69% and female literacy at 51.05%.
- There are around 99 households in Somthana village.
Connectivity of Somthana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somthana. As per the 2011 stats, Somthana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somthana
Knowing the nearby villages of Somthana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somthana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somthana
- Where is Somthana located?
- Somthana village is situated in Kandhar Tehsil, within the Nanded 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 pincode of Somthana?
- The pincode of Somthana is 431742, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somthana is 478, with 241 males and 237 females.
- How many households are there in Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somthana village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somthana is 62.97%. The male literacy rate is 74.69%, while the female literacy rate is 51.05%.