Somanathpur - Harabhanga, Boudh
Somanathpur is a village situated in the Harabhanga tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from Baudh Sadar and around 7 km from Baudh. Bamanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanathpur is 418393. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 762024 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Somanathpur village had a total population of 33 people, including 22 males and 11 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.55%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 90.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Somanathpur
Somanathpur 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 Somanathpur
Public transport in the Somanathpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Somanathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baudhgarh to Somanathpur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Somanathpur is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 <1 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somanathpur
Where is Somanathpur located?
Somanathpur village is located in Harabhanga Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanathpur is Bamanda.
What is the pincode of Somanathpur?
The pincode of Somanathpur is 762024.
What is the population of Somanathpur?
Somanathpur had a total population of 33, including 22 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Somanathpur?
Somanathpur had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanathpur was 96.55%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 90.91%.