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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Somthana village had a total population of 2,159 people, including 1,084 males and 1,075 females, living in 453 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.60%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 62.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 689, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Somthana?
Somthana is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somthana?
The pincode of Somthana is 431722.
What is the population of Somthana?
Somthana had a total population of 2,159, including 1,084 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Somthana?
Somthana had 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somthana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somthana was 72.60%. Male literacy was 82.83% and female literacy was 62.14%.