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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Sompur village has a total population of 3,192 people, consisting of 1,684 males and 1,508 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 404 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,090 literate and 1,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sompur are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Sompur?
Sompur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sompur?
The pincode of Sompur is 423303.
What is the population of Sompur?
Sompur has a total population of 3,192, including 1,684 males and 1,508 females.
How many households are there in Sompur?
There are 624 households in Sompur.
What is the literacy rate in Sompur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sompur is 65.48%. Male literacy is 69.95% and female literacy is 60.48%.