Somthana
Somthana is a village located in Naigaon tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Naigaon (khairgaon) (tehsildar office) and 34km 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 545117. The village spans a total geographical area of 909 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431709. Nanded is nearest town to Somthana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km 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 Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded 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 | 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 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,330 | 767 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 317 | 512 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somthana village:
- The total population of Somthana village is around 2,159, including approximately 1,084 males and 1,075 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 327 children aged 0–6 years in Somthana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somthana village has 689 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somthana village is about 61.60%, with male literacy at 70.76% and female literacy at 52.37%.
- There are around 453 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 Naigaon 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 431709, 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 2,159, with 1,084 males and 1,075 females.
- How many households are there in Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somthana village has a total of 453 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somthana is 61.60%. The male literacy rate is 70.76%, while the female literacy rate is 52.37%.