Somata - Palghar
Somata is a village situated in the Palghar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from Palghar and around 120 km from Thane. Barhanpur serves as the Village Panchayat for Somata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somata is 552229. The village covers a total geographical area of 655.93 hectares and falls under the 401403 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Somata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somata
According to the 2011 Census, Somata village had a total population of 1,761 people, including 895 males and 866 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.15%, with male literacy at 65.08% and female literacy at 42.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,706.
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 | 1,761 | 895 | 866 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 162 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,706 | 866 | 840 |
| Literate Population | 777 | 477 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 984 | 418 | 566 |
Nearby Villages of Somata
Somata is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Somata
Somata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Palghar to Somata is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Somata is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somata
Where is Somata located?
Somata village is located in Palghar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Somata?
The Village Panchayat of Somata is Barhanpur.
What is the pincode of Somata?
The pincode of Somata is 401403.
What is the population of Somata?
Somata had a total population of 1,761, including 895 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Somata?
Somata had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somata was 54.15%. Male literacy was 65.08% and female literacy was 42.74%.