Somavarapatti - Udumalaipettai, Tiruppur
Somavarapatti is a village situated in the Udumalaipettai taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from Madathukulam and around 60 km from Tiruppur. Somavarapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somavarapatti is 644896. The village covers a total geographical area of 1592.83 hectares and falls under the 642126 pincode. Udumalaipettai is the nearest town.
Somavarapatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udumalaipettai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pollachi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somavarapatti
According to the 2011 Census, Somavarapatti village had a total population of 9,428 people, including 4,685 males and 4,743 females, living in 2,604 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 83.01% and female literacy at 66.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,419.
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 | 9,428 | 4,685 | 4,743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 743 | 365 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,419 | 705 | 714 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,482 | 3,586 | 2,896 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,946 | 1,099 | 1,847 |
Nearby Villages of Somavarapatti
Somavarapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadugapalayam | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Dhoddampatti | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Kongalnagaram | West | 3.75 km |
| Iluppanagaram | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Pukkulam | South | 5.00 km |
| Kottamangalam | East | 5.94 km |
| Mukkudu-jallipatti | South-West | 6.01 km |
| Pannaikinar | South-West | 6.02 km |
| Venasapatti | South | 6.21 km |
| Pudupalayam | West | 7.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Somavarapatti
Somavarapatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pollachi Jn, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruppur to Somavarapatti is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somavarapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somavarapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somavarapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somavarapatti 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 Somavarapatti
Where is Somavarapatti located?
Somavarapatti village is located in Udumalaipettai Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Somavarapatti?
Somavarapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somavarapatti?
The pincode of Somavarapatti is 642126.
What is the population of Somavarapatti?
Somavarapatti had a total population of 9,428, including 4,685 males and 4,743 females.
How many households are there in Somavarapatti?
Somavarapatti had 2,604 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somavarapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somavarapatti was 74.63%. Male literacy was 83.01% and female literacy was 66.35%.