Somawat Village - Rishabhdeo, Udaipur
Somawat is a village situated in the Rishabhdeo tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rishabhdeo and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Somawat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somawat is 107618. The village covers a total geographical area of 1590 hectares and falls under the 313802 pincode. Dungarpur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Somawat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somawat
As per Census 2011, Somawat village has a total population of 3,887 people, consisting of 2,010 males and 1,877 females. The village has 702 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 790 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,018 literate and 1,869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,679 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somawat are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,887 | 2,010 | 1,877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 790 | 429 | 361 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,679 | 1,904 | 1,775 |
| Literate Population | 2,018 | 1,223 | 795 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,869 | 787 | 1,082 |
Nearby Villages of Somawat
Somawat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaliyakad | West | 2.56 km |
| Kalawat | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Naglai | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Keekawat | South | 3.50 km |
| Vav | West | 3.72 km |
| Gadawat | South-West | 3.85 km |
| Udai Phala | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Kankarwali | North | 4.76 km |
| Athmana Kotra | South | 5.24 km |
| Vayri | North-East | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somawat
Public transport in the Somawat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Semari, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dungarpur to Somawat is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Somawat is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somawat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somawat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Somawat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somawat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Somawat
Where is Somawat located?
Somawat village is located in Rishabhdeo Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somawat?
Somawat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somawat?
The pincode of Somawat is 313802.
What is the population of Somawat?
Somawat has a total population of 3,887, including 2,010 males and 1,877 females.
How many households are there in Somawat?
There are 702 households in Somawat.
What is the literacy rate in Somawat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somawat is 51.92%. Male literacy is 60.85% and female literacy is 42.35%.