Somrau - Sam, Jaisalmer
Somrau is a village situated in the Sam tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 182 km from Jaisalmer and around 182 km from Jaisalmer. Mandhla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somrau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somrau is 086044. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.48 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 182 km away.
Somrau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Somrau
Somrau is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bichau | East | 1.71 km |
| Mithikhui | West | 3.18 km |
| Jhalariya | South | 3.45 km |
| Kalau | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Bhiloi | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Jiyau Khara | East | 5.29 km |
| Biryaree | South-West | 6.12 km |
| Mandhalwali | North-West | 6.24 km |
| Dhaloowal | North | 7.05 km |
| Akanwali | South | 7.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somrau
Public transport in the Somrau is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Munabao, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Somrau is about 182 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somrau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somrau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somrau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somrau 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somrau
Where is Somrau located?
Somrau village is located in Sam Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somrau?
The Gram Panchayat of Somrau is Mandhla.
What is the pincode of Somrau?
The pincode of Somrau is 345001.