Somanathapur - Patrapur, Ganjam
Somanathapur is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Jarada and around 13 km from Chatrapur. Ambapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanathapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanathapur is 413315. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 761005 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Somanathapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanathapur
According to the 2011 Census, Somanathapur village had a total population of 316 people, including 142 males and 174 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,225 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.08%, with male literacy at 79.03% and female literacy at 56.17%.
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 | 316 | 142 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 44 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Somanathapur
Somanathapur 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 Somanathapur
Somanathapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Somanathapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Somanathapur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Somanathapur is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanathapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanathapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somanathapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanathapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somanathapur
Where is Somanathapur located?
Somanathapur village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Somanathapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanathapur is Ambapur.
What is the pincode of Somanathapur?
The pincode of Somanathapur is 761005.
What is the population of Somanathapur?
Somanathapur had a total population of 316, including 142 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Somanathapur?
Somanathapur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanathapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanathapur was 66.08%. Male literacy was 79.03% and female literacy was 56.17%.