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.
Here you can discover what makes Somangalam unique in its vibrant Sriperumbudur-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Somangalam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Somangalam has a total population of about 4,376, with approximately 2,199 males and 2,177 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 526 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 864 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.63%, with male literacy at about 75.94% and female literacy near 63.25%. There are around 1,088 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somangalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.