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.
Here you can discover what makes Somapur unique in its vibrant Ersama-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Somapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Somapur
Population of Somapur
According to the 2011 Census, Somapur has a total population of about 1,579, with approximately 748 males and 831 females. The sex ratio is around 1110 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 150 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 357 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.15%, with male literacy at about 78.34% and female literacy near 68.47%. There are around 366 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.