Sompur - Baglan, Nashik
Sompur is a village situated in the Baglan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satana and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Sompur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sompur is 550037. The village covers a total geographical area of 993 hectares and falls under the 423303 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sompur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baglan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sompur
According to the 2011 Census, Sompur village had a total population of 3,192 people, including 1,684 males and 1,508 females, living in 624 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.96%, with male literacy at 81.35% and female literacy at 68.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 287, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,117.
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 | 3,192 | 1,684 | 1,508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 236 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 141 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,117 | 579 | 538 |
| Literate Population | 2,090 | 1,178 | 912 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 506 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Sompur
Sompur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ladud | South | 2.47 km |
| Bhadane | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Tandulwadi | North | 3.12 km |
| Jaikheda | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Kathagad | West | 3.79 km |
| Taharabad | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Nitane | South | 4.47 km |
| Pimpalkothe | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Jaipur | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Nandin | North | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sompur
Sompur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Satana to Sompur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Sompur is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sompur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sompur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sompur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sompur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sompur
Where is Sompur located?
Sompur village is located in Baglan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sompur?
Sompur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sompur?
The pincode of Sompur is 423303.
What is the population of Sompur?
Sompur had a total population of 3,192, including 1,684 males and 1,508 females.
How many households are there in Sompur?
Sompur had 624 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sompur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompur was 74.96%. Male literacy was 81.35% and female literacy was 68.06%.