Somthane
Somthane is a village located in Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sinnar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Somthane village is also a gram panchayat.
Somthane has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Somthane
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somthane is 551166. The village spans a total geographical area of 898 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422103. Sinnar is nearest town to Somthane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somthane village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nashik Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somthane
Population of Somthane
Below is a concise population overview of Somthane as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,344 | 1,714 | 1,630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 237 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 146 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 255 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 2,287 | 1,301 | 986 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 413 | 644 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somthane village:
- The total population of Somthane village is around 3,344, including approximately 1,714 males and 1,630 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 494 children aged 0–6 years in Somthane village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somthane village has 293 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 507 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somthane village is about 68.39%, with male literacy at 75.90% and female literacy at 60.49%.
- There are around 672 households in Somthane village.
Connectivity of Somthane
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somthane. As per the 2011 stats, Somthane had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somthane
Knowing the nearby villages of Somthane helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somthane.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somthane
- Where is Somthane located?
- Somthane village is situated in Sinnar Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somthane?
- Somthane serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Somthane?
- The pincode of Somthane is 422103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somthane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somthane is 3,344, with 1,714 males and 1,630 females.
- How many households are there in Somthane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somthane village has a total of 672 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somthane as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somthane is 68.39%. The male literacy rate is 75.90%, while the female literacy rate is 60.49%.