Somnathnagar - Manora, Washim
Somnathnagar is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Somnathnagar village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somnathnagar is 531078. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.38 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Somnathnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somnathnagar
According to the 2011 Census, Somnathnagar village had a total population of 1,134 people, including 577 males and 557 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.53%, with male literacy at 88.27% and female literacy at 64.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,134 | 577 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 74 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 444 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 133 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Somnathnagar
Somnathnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somthana | South | 1.21 km |
| Dhamani (manora) | North | 1.72 km |
| Devthana | West | 2.56 km |
| Manora | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Amgavhan | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Gavha | South | 2.86 km |
| Vitholi | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Gundi | North | 4.07 km |
| Dongargaon | West | 4.32 km |
| Ramtirth | East | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somnathnagar
Somnathnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 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 Mangrulpir to Somnathnagar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Somnathnagar is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somnathnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somnathnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somnathnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somnathnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somnathnagar
Where is Somnathnagar located?
Somnathnagar village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Somnathnagar?
Somnathnagar is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somnathnagar?
The pincode of Somnathnagar is 444404.
What is the population of Somnathnagar?
Somnathnagar had a total population of 1,134, including 577 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Somnathnagar?
Somnathnagar had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somnathnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somnathnagar was 76.53%. Male literacy was 88.27% and female literacy was 64.15%.