Somadasput - Jeypore, Koraput
Somadasput is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Anta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somadasput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somadasput is 429070. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Somadasput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somadasput
According to the 2011 Census, Somadasput village had a total population of 710 people, including 341 males and 369 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.37%, with male literacy at 65.52% and female literacy at 36.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 476.
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 | 710 | 341 | 369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 80 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 476 | 226 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 171 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 170 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Somadasput
Somadasput 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 Somadasput
Public transport in the Somadasput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Somadasput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Somadasput is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Somadasput is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somadasput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somadasput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somadasput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somadasput 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 Somadasput
Where is Somadasput located?
Somadasput village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somadasput?
The Gram Panchayat of Somadasput is Anta.
What is the pincode of Somadasput?
The pincode of Somadasput is 764002.
What is the population of Somadasput?
Somadasput had a total population of 710, including 341 males and 369 females.
How many households are there in Somadasput?
Somadasput had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somadasput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somadasput was 50.37%. Male literacy was 65.52% and female literacy was 36.30%.