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
As per Census 2011, Somnathpur village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 422 males and 464 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 298 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somnathpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 886, including 422 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Somnathpur?
There are 168 households in Somnathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Somnathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somnathpur is 50.56%. Male literacy is 59.24% and female literacy is 42.67%.