Somthana P.U. - Umri, Nanded
Somthana P.U. is a village situated in the Umri tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peth Umri and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Somthana (pu) serves as the Village Panchayat for Somthana P.U. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somthana P.U. is 544921. The village covers a total geographical area of 1109.55 hectares and falls under the 431807 pincode. Peth Umri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Somthana P.U. 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 P.U.
According to the 2011 Census, Somthana P.U. village had a total population of 1,798 people, including 931 males and 867 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.39%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 63.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 418, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 490.
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 | 1,798 | 931 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 132 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 212 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 490 | 252 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 681 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 250 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Somthana P.U.
Somthana P.U. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganipur | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Fulsingnagar | West | 2.51 km |
| Vasantnagar | West | 2.51 km |
| Jirona | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Hiradgaon | South | 3.64 km |
| Ishwarnagar | West | 4.07 km |
| Shirur | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Waghala | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Gortha | South-West | 4.92 km |
| Bitnal | East | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somthana P.U.
Public transport in the Somthana P.U. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Umri, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Peth Umri to Somthana P.U. is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Somthana P.U. is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somthana P.U.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somthana P.U. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somthana P.U.
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 P.U. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somthana P.U.
Where is Somthana P.U. located?
Somthana P.U. village is located in Umri Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Somthana P.U.?
The Village Panchayat of Somthana P.U. is Somthana (pu).
What is the pincode of Somthana P.U.?
The pincode of Somthana P.U. is 431807.
What is the population of Somthana P.U.?
Somthana P.U. had a total population of 1,798, including 931 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Somthana P.U.?
Somthana P.U. had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somthana P.U.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somthana P.U. was 74.39%. Male literacy was 85.23% and female literacy was 63.04%.