Somarasampettai - Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli
Somarasampettai is a village situated in the Srirangam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srirangam and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Somarasampettai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somarasampettai is 635981. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.6 hectares and falls under the 620102 pincode. Tiruchirappalli is the nearest town.
Somarasampettai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srirangam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somarasampettai
According to the 2011 Census, Somarasampettai village had a total population of 8,774 people, including 4,352 males and 4,422 females, living in 2,283 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.34%, with male literacy at 92.25% and female literacy at 80.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,554.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,774 | 4,352 | 4,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 961 | 493 | 468 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,554 | 747 | 807 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,746 | 3,560 | 3,186 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,028 | 792 | 1,236 |
Nearby Villages of Somarasampettai
Somarasampettai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malliampathu | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Kumaravayalur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Nachikurichy | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Sholanganallur | East | 2.47 km |
| Marudankakurichi | North | 2.51 km |
| Adavathur (west) | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Perur | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Thayanur | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Palur | North | 4.42 km |
| Kambarasampettai | North-East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somarasampettai
Public transport in the Somarasampettai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Muttarasanallur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Somarasampettai is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somarasampettai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somarasampettai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Somarasampettai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somarasampettai 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Somarasampettai
Where is Somarasampettai located?
Somarasampettai village is located in Srirangam Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somarasampettai?
Somarasampettai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somarasampettai?
The pincode of Somarasampettai is 620102.
What is the population of Somarasampettai?
Somarasampettai had a total population of 8,774, including 4,352 males and 4,422 females.
How many households are there in Somarasampettai?
Somarasampettai had 2,283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somarasampettai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somarasampettai was 86.34%. Male literacy was 92.25% and female literacy was 80.58%.