Somanthali - Phaltan, Satara
Somanthali is a village situated in the Phaltan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phaltan and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Somanthali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanthali is 563282. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032 hectares and falls under the 415523 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Somanthali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanthali
As per Census 2011, Somanthali village has a total population of 3,896 people, consisting of 2,037 males and 1,859 females. The village has 803 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 516 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,603 literate and 1,293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 461 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanthali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,896 | 2,037 | 1,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 287 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 251 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,603 | 1,479 | 1,124 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 558 | 735 |
Nearby Villages of Somanthali
Somanthali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alagudewadi | South | 2.08 km |
| Sangavi | East | 3.32 km |
| Kambleshwar | West | 3.86 km |
| Sastewadi | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Dhuldev | South | 4.32 km |
| Kambleshwar | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Sangavi | North | 4.79 km |
| Vidani | South-East | 5.00 km |
| Shirawali | North-East | 5.91 km |
| Pandharwadi | North-West | 6.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somanthali
Somanthali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 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 Phaltan to Somanthali is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Somanthali is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanthali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanthali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somanthali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanthali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somanthali
Where is Somanthali located?
Somanthali village is located in Phaltan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanthali?
Somanthali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somanthali?
The pincode of Somanthali is 415523.
What is the population of Somanthali?
Somanthali has a total population of 3,896, including 2,037 males and 1,859 females.
How many households are there in Somanthali?
There are 803 households in Somanthali.
What is the literacy rate in Somanthali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanthali is 66.81%. Male literacy is 72.61% and female literacy is 60.46%.