Somli - Suroth, Karauli
Somli is a village situated in the Suroth tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from Hindaun and around 48 km from Karauli. Somala Ratra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somli is 076491. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.96 hectares and falls under the 322252 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Somli 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 Somli
As per Census 2011, Somli village has a total population of 1,882 people, consisting of 1,013 males and 869 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,168 literate and 714 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,882 | 1,013 | 869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 154 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 252 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 763 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 714 | 250 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Somli
Somli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somala Ratra | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Kheri Hewat | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Khijoori | West | 2.22 km |
| Dhandhawali | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Jatwara | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Sherpur | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Chinayata | South | 3.60 km |
| Durgasi | East | 4.00 km |
| Dhindhora | West | 4.67 km |
| Hadoli | South-West | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somli
Somli 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 75.4 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 Hindaun to Somli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Somli is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Somli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somli
Where is Somli located?
Somli village is located in Suroth Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somli?
The Gram Panchayat of Somli is Somala Ratra.
What is the pincode of Somli?
The pincode of Somli is 322252.
What is the population of Somli?
Somli has a total population of 1,882, including 1,013 males and 869 females.
How many households are there in Somli?
There are 340 households in Somli.
What is the literacy rate in Somli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somli is 62.06%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 46.61%.