Somapur
Somapur is a village located in Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Ersama (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Somapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Somapur has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Somapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somapur is 397419. The village spans a total geographical area of 344 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754110. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Somapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Somapur
Below is a concise population overview of Somapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 748 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 85 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 172 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,155 | 586 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 162 | 262 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somapur village:
- The total population of Somapur village is around 1,579, including approximately 748 males and 831 females, with a sex ratio of 1110 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 150 children aged 0–6 years in Somapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somapur village has 357 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somapur village is about 73.15%, with male literacy at 78.34% and female literacy at 68.47%.
- There are around 366 households in Somapur village.
Connectivity of Somapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somapur. As per the 2011 stats, Somapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Somapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somapur
- Where is Somapur located?
- Somapur village is situated in Ersama Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somapur?
- Somapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Somapur?
- The pincode of Somapur is 754110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somapur is 1,579, with 748 males and 831 females.
- How many households are there in Somapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somapur village has a total of 366 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somapur is 73.15%. The male literacy rate is 78.34%, while the female literacy rate is 68.47%.