Somthana

Somthana is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Somthana village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Somthana unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Washim region. You’ll see Somthana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Somthana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somthana is 530706. The village spans a total geographical area of 440.58 hectares. Washim is nearest town to Somthana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Somthana

According to the 2011 Census, Somthana has a total population of about 926, with approximately 501 males and 425 females. The sex ratio is around 848 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 100 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.35%, with male literacy at about 77.84% and female literacy near 74.59%. There are around 204 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somthana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 926 501 425
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 135 84 51
Scheduled Castes (SC) 100 54 46
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 707 390 317
Illiterate Population 219 111 108

Connectivity of Somthana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somthana. As per the 2011 stats, Somthana 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 Somthana

Knowing the nearby villages of Somthana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somthana.

Frequently Asked Questions about Somthana

Where is Somthana located?
Somthana village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somthana?
Somthana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somthana is 926, with 501 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Somthana village has a total of 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somthana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somthana is 76.35%. The male literacy rate is 77.84%, while the female literacy rate is 74.59%.