Somesar - Shergarh, Jodhpur
Somesar is a village situated in the Shergarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shergarh and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Somesar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somesar is 085163. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043.54 hectares and falls under the 342021 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Somesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somesar
As per Census 2011, Somesar village has a total population of 1,772 people, consisting of 937 males and 835 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 340 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 768 literate and 1,004 illiterate residents. Additionally, 425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somesar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,772 | 937 | 835 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 171 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 218 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 74 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 768 | 523 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,004 | 414 | 590 |
Nearby Villages of Somesar
Somesar 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 Somesar
Public transport in the Somesar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Somesar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jodhpur to Somesar is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somesar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Somesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somesar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somesar
Where is Somesar located?
Somesar village is located in Shergarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somesar?
Somesar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somesar?
The pincode of Somesar is 342021.
What is the population of Somesar?
Somesar has a total population of 1,772, including 937 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Somesar?
There are 352 households in Somesar.
What is the literacy rate in Somesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somesar is 43.34%. Male literacy is 55.82% and female literacy is 29.34%.