Somanathpur - Athmallik, Angul
Somanathpur is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from Thakurgarh and around 53 km from Anugul . Katapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanathpur is 405077. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 759125 pincode. Athamallik is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Somanathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Somanathpur village had a total population of 216 people, including 101 males and 115 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.66%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 48.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 58 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 43 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Somanathpur
Somanathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Depur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Kantapada | East | 2.10 km |
| Nabing | West | 2.23 km |
| Pitabalibahal | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Gopinathapur | South | 3.01 km |
| Baghuanali | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Pokanda | North | 3.16 km |
| Maimura | West | 3.28 km |
| Hatigenja | East | 3.72 km |
| Muraripur | South | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somanathpur
Somanathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Boinda, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Athamallik to Somanathpur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Somanathpur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somanathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanathpur 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 Somanathpur
Where is Somanathpur located?
Somanathpur village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Somanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanathpur is Katapada.
What is the pincode of Somanathpur?
The pincode of Somanathpur is 759125.
What is the population of Somanathpur?
Somanathpur had a total population of 216, including 101 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Somanathpur?
Somanathpur had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanathpur was 59.66%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 48.96%.