Somthana - Naigaon (Khairgaon), Nanded
Somthana is a village situated in the Naigaon (Khairgaon) tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naigaon (khairgaon) and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Somthana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somthana is 545117. The village covers a total geographical area of 909 hectares and falls under the 431722 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Somthana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somthana
As per Census 2011, Somthana village has a total population of 2,159 people, consisting of 1,084 males and 1,075 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 327 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,330 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 689 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somthana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | 1,084 | 1,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 158 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 689 | 336 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,330 | 767 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 317 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Somthana
Somthana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Somthana
Somthana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Somthana is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somthana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somthana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Somthana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somthana 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somthana
Where is Somthana located?
Somthana village is located in Naigaon (Khairgaon) Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somthana?
Somthana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somthana?
The pincode of Somthana is 431722.
What is the population of Somthana?
Somthana has a total population of 2,159, including 1,084 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Somthana?
There are 453 households in Somthana.
What is the literacy rate in Somthana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somthana is 61.60%. Male literacy is 70.76% and female literacy is 52.37%.