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
According to the 2011 Census, Somesar village had a total population of 1,772 people, including 937 males and 835 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.63%, with male literacy at 68.28% and female literacy at 36.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 425, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 132.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,772, including 937 males and 835 females.
How many households are there in Somesar?
Somesar had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somesar was 53.63%. Male literacy was 68.28% and female literacy was 36.79%.