Somthan Josh - Yevla, Nashik
Somthan Josh is a village situated in the Yevla tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Yevla and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Rajapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somthan Josh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somthan Josh is 551443. The village covers a total geographical area of 2052.2 hectares and falls under the 423403 pincode. Yevla is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Somthan Josh 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 Josh
As per Census 2011, Somthan Josh village has a total population of 1,159 people, consisting of 609 males and 550 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somthan Josh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,159 | 609 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 117 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 366 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 243 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Somthan Josh
Somthan Josh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhauri | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Khirdipatode | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Kasabkhede | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Takli Kh. | North-East | 5.31 km |
| Mamdapur | South | 5.41 km |
| Bangaon Kh. | North | 5.89 km |
| Rajapur | West | 6.04 km |
| Wadali Kh. | North-West | 6.28 km |
| Bangaon Bk. | North | 6.94 km |
| Devdari | South | 7.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somthan Josh
Somthan Josh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panjhan, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 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 Yevla to Somthan Josh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Somthan Josh is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somthan Josh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somthan Josh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Somthan Josh
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 Josh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somthan Josh
Where is Somthan Josh located?
Somthan Josh village is located in Yevla Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somthan Josh?
The Gram Panchayat of Somthan Josh is Rajapur.
What is the pincode of Somthan Josh?
The pincode of Somthan Josh is 423403.
What is the population of Somthan Josh?
Somthan Josh has a total population of 1,159, including 609 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Somthan Josh?
There are 217 households in Somthan Josh.
What is the literacy rate in Somthan Josh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somthan Josh is 51.51%. Male literacy is 60.10% and female literacy is 42.00%.