Somawal Bk - Talode, Nandurbar
Somawal Bk is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Somawal B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somawal Bk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somawal Bk is 525377. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.81 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Somawal Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somawal Bk
As per Census 2011, Somawal Bk village has a total population of 2,107 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 1,059 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 238 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,266 literate and 841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,982 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somawal Bk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,107 | 1,048 | 1,059 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 128 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,982 | 982 | 1,000 |
| Literate Population | 1,266 | 697 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 351 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Somawal Bk
Somawal Bk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nalgavhan | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Khusgavhan | North-East | 1.53 km |
| Mendhwad | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Somawal Kh | North | 1.97 km |
| Lobhani | East | 2.56 km |
| Belipada | North | 2.93 km |
| Ziri | West | 3.19 km |
| Padhadi | West | 3.31 km |
| Rajvihir | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Shirve | North-West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somawal Bk
Somawal Bk is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandurbar, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.6 km.
| 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 Talode to Somawal Bk is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Somawal Bk is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somawal Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somawal Bk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somawal Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somawal Bk 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 Somawal Bk
Where is Somawal Bk located?
Somawal Bk village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somawal Bk?
The Gram Panchayat of Somawal Bk is Somawal B.
What is the pincode of Somawal Bk?
The pincode of Somawal Bk is 425413.
What is the population of Somawal Bk?
Somawal Bk has a total population of 2,107, including 1,048 males and 1,059 females.
How many households are there in Somawal Bk?
There are 468 households in Somawal Bk.
What is the literacy rate in Somawal Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somawal Bk is 60.09%. Male literacy is 66.51% and female literacy is 53.73%.