Somanathpur - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Somanathpur is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Populur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somanathpur is 431010. The village falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Somanathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somanathpur
As per Census 2011, Somanathpur village has a total population of 66 people, consisting of 29 males and 37 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,275 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somanathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 2 | - | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Somanathpur
Somanathpur 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 Somanathpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Somanathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Somanathpur is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Somanathpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somanathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somanathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Somanathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somanathpur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somanathpur
Where is Somanathpur located?
Somanathpur village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somanathpur is Populur.
What is the pincode of Somanathpur?
The pincode of Somanathpur is 764086.
What is the population of Somanathpur?
Somanathpur has a total population of 66, including 29 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Somanathpur?
There are 14 households in Somanathpur.