Somala Ratra - Suroth, Karauli
Somala Ratra is a village situated in the Suroth tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 17 km from Hindaun and around 47 km from Karauli. Somala Ratra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somala Ratra is 076490. The village covers a total geographical area of 304.39 hectares and falls under the 322252 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Somala Ratra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindaun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somala Ratra
According to the 2011 Census, Somala Ratra village had a total population of 1,648 people, including 867 males and 781 females, living in 279 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 90.52% and female literacy at 54.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 642.
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 | 1,648 | 867 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 642 | 325 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 998 | 649 | 349 |
| Illiterate Population | 650 | 218 | 432 |
Nearby Villages of Somala Ratra
Somala Ratra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somli | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Jatwara | East | 1.85 km |
| Kheri Hewat | South | 2.65 km |
| Dhandhawali | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Khijoori | West | 3.23 km |
| Durgasi | East | 3.27 km |
| Bhukrawali | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Taharpur | North | 4.26 km |
| Chinayata | South | 4.42 km |
| Suroth | North-West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somala Ratra
Somala Ratra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Fateh Singhpura, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hindaun to Somala Ratra is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Somala Ratra is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somala Ratra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somala Ratra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somala Ratra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somala Ratra 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 Somala Ratra
Where is Somala Ratra located?
Somala Ratra village is located in Suroth Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Somala Ratra?
Somala Ratra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somala Ratra?
The pincode of Somala Ratra is 322252.
What is the population of Somala Ratra?
Somala Ratra had a total population of 1,648, including 867 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Somala Ratra?
Somala Ratra had 279 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somala Ratra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somala Ratra was 73.38%. Male literacy was 90.52% and female literacy was 54.28%.