Somwas - Mitrapura, Sawai Madhopur
Somwas is a village situated in the Mitrapura tehsil of Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 9 km from Bonli and around 54 km from Sawai Madhopur. Kushalpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somwas is 077458. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.3 hectares and falls under the 322023 pincode. Niwai is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Somwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bamanwas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tonk-Sawai Madhopur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somwas
As per Census 2011, Somwas village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 166 males and 152 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 166 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 105 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 61 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Somwas
Somwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Somwas | East | 0.58 km |
| Mukundpura | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Kushalpura | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Bhedoli | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Pattya | South | 2.44 km |
| Udgaon | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Jhanoon | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Hanutya | East | 3.36 km |
| Ghata Nainwari | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Kuangaon | South-West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somwas
Somwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Siras, while the nearest airport is Jaipur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Niwai to Somwas is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sawai Madhopur to Somwas is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somwas 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 Somwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somwas 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 Somwas
Where is Somwas located?
Somwas village is located in Mitrapura Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Somwas is Kushalpura.
What is the pincode of Somwas?
The pincode of Somwas is 322023.
What is the population of Somwas?
Somwas has a total population of 318, including 166 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Somwas?
There are 47 households in Somwas.
What is the literacy rate in Somwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somwas is 48.43%. Male literacy is 63.25% and female literacy is 32.24%.