Somthan Desh - Yevla, Nashik
Somthan Desh is a village situated in the Yevla tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yevla and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Somthandesh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somthan Desh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somthan Desh is 551408. The village covers a total geographical area of 1018 hectares and falls under the 423401 pincode. Manmad is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Somthan Desh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yevla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somthan Desh
As per Census 2011, Somthan Desh village has a total population of 2,869 people, consisting of 1,462 males and 1,407 females. The village has 523 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 392 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,001 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somthan Desh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,869 | 1,462 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 207 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 71 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 2,001 | 1,114 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 348 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Somthan Desh
Somthan Desh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nilkhede | East | 2.15 km |
| Ambegaon | West | 2.45 km |
| Vaki Bk | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Shiwapur | South | 3.19 km |
| Lauki Shiras | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Pachore Bk. | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Murami | East | 4.16 km |
| Talegaon Rohi | North-East | 4.36 km |
| Kalkhode | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Welapur | West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somthan Desh
Public transport in the Somthan Desh is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manmad to Somthan Desh is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Somthan Desh is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somthan Desh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somthan Desh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somthan Desh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somthan Desh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somthan Desh
Where is Somthan Desh located?
Somthan Desh village is located in Yevla Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somthan Desh?
The Gram Panchayat of Somthan Desh is Somthandesh.
What is the pincode of Somthan Desh?
The pincode of Somthan Desh is 423401.
What is the population of Somthan Desh?
Somthan Desh has a total population of 2,869, including 1,462 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Somthan Desh?
There are 523 households in Somthan Desh.
What is the literacy rate in Somthan Desh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somthan Desh is 69.75%. Male literacy is 76.20% and female literacy is 63.04%.