Somaju - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Somaju is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somaju is 425123. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 765002 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Somaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somaju
As per Census 2011, Somaju village has a total population of 7 people, consisting of 5 males and 2 females. The village has 1 households and a sex ratio of 400 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3 literate and 4 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Somaju
Somaju 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 Somaju
Somaju is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Gudari to Somaju is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Somaju is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somaju 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 Somaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somaju 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somaju
Where is Somaju located?
Somaju village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Somaju is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Somaju?
The pincode of Somaju is 765002.
What is the population of Somaju?
Somaju has a total population of 7, including 5 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Somaju?
There are 1 households in Somaju.
What is the literacy rate in Somaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somaju is 42.86%. Male literacy is 40.00% and female literacy is 50.00%.