Somchiri - Gangdhar, Jhalawar
Somchiri is a village situated in the Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangdhar and around 156 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Rawan Gurari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somchiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somchiri is 105239. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.83 hectares and falls under the 326515 pincode. Bhawani Mandi is the nearest town, located about 116 km away.
Somchiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somchiri
As per Census 2011, Somchiri village has a total population of 388 people, consisting of 205 males and 183 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 199 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 175 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somchiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 388 | 205 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 141 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 64 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Somchiri
Somchiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rawan Gurari | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Koondla | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Khejariya | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Harmatya Ratna | South | 2.46 km |
| Parasali | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Seendhala | West | 2.70 km |
| Rati Kheri | East | 2.88 km |
| Dokar Kheri | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Harmatya Meran | South | 3.39 km |
| Jhakhni | North-East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somchiri
Somchiri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chau Mahla, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawani Mandi to Somchiri is about 116 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Somchiri is about 156 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somchiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somchiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somchiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somchiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somchiri
Where is Somchiri located?
Somchiri village is located in Gangdhar Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somchiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Somchiri is Rawan Gurari.
What is the pincode of Somchiri?
The pincode of Somchiri is 326515.
What is the population of Somchiri?
Somchiri has a total population of 388, including 205 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Somchiri?
There are 93 households in Somchiri.
What is the literacy rate in Somchiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somchiri is 51.29%. Male literacy is 68.78% and female literacy is 31.69%.