Somthana
About Somthana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Somthana village is 545421. Somthana village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 223 hectares. Somthana has a total population of 478 peoples, out of which male population is 241 while female population is 237. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 983 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of somthana village is 62.97% out of which 74.69% males and 51.05% females are literate. There are about 99 houses in somthana village. Pincode of somthana village locality is 431742.
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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Latur Lok Sabha constituency. Kandhar is nearest town to somthana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km 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 | 478 | 241 | 237 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 301 | 180 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 61 | 116 |
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 10+ km distance |
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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%.