Somanathapur - Bolagad, Khordha
Somanathapur is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Begunia and around 25 km from Khordha . Gediapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanathapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanathapur is 407155. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 752062 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 26 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 Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanathapur
According to the 2011 Census, Somanathapur village had a total population of 89 people, including 51 males and 38 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 745 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.34%, with male literacy at 97.87% and female literacy at 94.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 46 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 5 | 5 |
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
Public transport in the Somanathapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khordha to Somanathapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Somanathapur is about 25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somanathapur
Where is Somanathapur located?
Somanathapur village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanathapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanathapur is Gediapalli.
What is the pincode of Somanathapur?
The pincode of Somanathapur is 752062.
What is the population of Somanathapur?
Somanathapur had a total population of 89, including 51 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Somanathapur?
Somanathapur had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somanathapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somanathapur was 96.34%. Male literacy was 97.87% and female literacy was 94.29%.