Somangalam
Somangalam is a village located in Sriperumbudur taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Sriperumbudur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Somangalam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Somangalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Somangalam has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Somangalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somangalam is 629242. The village spans a total geographical area of 812.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 600069. Tambaram is nearest town to Somangalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Somangalam
Population of Somangalam
Below is a concise population overview of Somangalam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,376 | 2,199 | 2,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 274 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 864 | 437 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,047 | 1,670 | 1,377 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,329 | 529 | 800 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somangalam village:
- The total population of Somangalam village is around 4,376, including approximately 2,199 males and 2,177 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 526 children aged 0–6 years in Somangalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Somangalam village has 864 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Somangalam village is about 69.63%, with male literacy at 75.94% and female literacy at 63.25%.
- There are around 1,088 households in Somangalam village.
Connectivity of Somangalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somangalam. As per the 2011 stats, Somangalam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somangalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Somangalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somangalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somangalam
- Where is Somangalam located?
- Somangalam village is situated in Sriperumbudur Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somangalam?
- Somangalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Somangalam?
- The pincode of Somangalam is 600069, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somangalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somangalam is 4,376, with 2,199 males and 2,177 females.
- How many households are there in Somangalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somangalam village has a total of 1,088 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somangalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somangalam is 69.63%. The male literacy rate is 75.94%, while the female literacy rate is 63.25%.