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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Somavarapatti village has a total population of 9,428 people, consisting of 4,685 males and 4,743 females. The village has 2,604 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 743 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,482 literate and 2,946 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,419 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somavarapatti are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 9,428, including 4,685 males and 4,743 females.
How many households are there in Somavarapatti?
There are 2,604 households in Somavarapatti.
What is the literacy rate in Somavarapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somavarapatti is 68.75%. Male literacy is 76.54% and female literacy is 61.06%.