Somdal - LM, Ukhrul
Somdal is a village situated in the LM subdivision of Ukhrul district, Manipur. It is located approximately 32 km from Ukhrul and around 32 km from Ukhrul.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somdal is 270395. The village falls under the 795144 pincode. Lamlai Np is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Somdal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chingai (st) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Outer Manipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somdal
As per Census 2011, Somdal village has a total population of 2,375 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,166 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,906 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,313 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somdal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,375 | 1,209 | 1,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 177 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,313 | 1,173 | 1,140 |
| Literate Population | 1,906 | 987 | 919 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 222 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Somdal
Somdal 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 Somdal
Somdal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lamlai Np to Somdal is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ukhrul to Somdal is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somdal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somdal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somdal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somdal 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Somdal
Where is Somdal located?
Somdal village is located in LM Subdivision, Ukhrul district, Manipur, India.
What is the pincode of Somdal?
The pincode of Somdal is 795144.
What is the population of Somdal?
Somdal has a total population of 2,375, including 1,209 males and 1,166 females.
How many households are there in Somdal?
There are 468 households in Somdal.
What is the literacy rate in Somdal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somdal is 80.25%. Male literacy is 81.64% and female literacy is 78.82%.