Somnathpur - Kudumuluguma, Malkangiri
Somnathpur is a village situated in the Kudumuluguma tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Orkel and around 35 km from Malkangiri . Somanathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somnathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somnathpur is 430899. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Somnathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somnathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Somnathpur village had a total population of 886 people, including 422 males and 464 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.07%, with male literacy at 67.93% and female literacy at 47.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
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 | 886 | 422 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 134 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 250 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 172 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Somnathpur
Somnathpur 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 Somnathpur
Somnathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Somnathpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Somnathpur is about 35 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 Somnathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somnathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somnathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somnathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somnathpur
Where is Somnathpur located?
Somnathpur village is located in Kudumuluguma Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somnathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Somnathpur is Somanathpur.
What is the pincode of Somnathpur?
The pincode of Somnathpur is 764051.
What is the population of Somnathpur?
Somnathpur had a total population of 886, including 422 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Somnathpur?
Somnathpur had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somnathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somnathpur was 57.07%. Male literacy was 67.93% and female literacy was 47.48%.