Somawal Kh - Talode, Nandurbar
Somawal Kh is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Somawal K serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somawal Kh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somawal Kh is 525379. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.3 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Somawal Kh 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 Kh
As per Census 2011, Somawal Kh village has a total population of 1,374 people, consisting of 653 males and 721 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 678 literate and 696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,353 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somawal Kh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,374 | 653 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,353 | 643 | 710 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 333 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 320 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Somawal Kh
Somawal Kh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belipada | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Khusgavhan | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Somawal Bk | South | 1.97 km |
| Walheri | North | 2.40 km |
| Rajvihir | East | 2.63 km |
| Ekdhad | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Shirve | West | 3.20 km |
| Mendhwad | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Nalgavhan | South | 3.28 km |
| Padhadi | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somawal Kh
Somawal Kh 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 99.5 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 Kh is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Somawal Kh is about 48 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 Kh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somawal Kh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somawal Kh
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 Kh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somawal Kh
Where is Somawal Kh located?
Somawal Kh village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somawal Kh?
The Gram Panchayat of Somawal Kh is Somawal K.
What is the pincode of Somawal Kh?
The pincode of Somawal Kh is 425413.
What is the population of Somawal Kh?
Somawal Kh has a total population of 1,374, including 653 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Somawal Kh?
There are 294 households in Somawal Kh.
What is the literacy rate in Somawal Kh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somawal Kh is 49.34%. Male literacy is 51.00% and female literacy is 47.85%.