Somalapuram
Somalapuram is a village located in Ambur taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Ambur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Somalapuram village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Somalapuram village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Somalapuram unique in its vibrant Ambur-Vellore region. You’ll see Somalapuram’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 Somalapuram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somalapuram is 631007. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635812. Ambur is nearest town to Somalapuram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somalapuram village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gudiyattam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somalapuram
Population of Somalapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Somalapuram has a total population of about 2,377, with approximately 1,172 males and 1,205 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 221 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,671 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.47%, with male literacy at about 84.04% and female literacy near 75.02%. There are around 568 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somalapuram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,377 | 1,172 | 1,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 113 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,671 | 826 | 845 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,889 | 985 | 904 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 187 | 301 |
Connectivity of Somalapuram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somalapuram. As per the 2011 stats, Somalapuram 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 3 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 3 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somalapuram
Knowing the nearby villages of Somalapuram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somalapuram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somalapuram
- Where is Somalapuram located?
- Somalapuram village is situated in Ambur Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somalapuram?
- Somalapuram serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Somalapuram?
- The pincode of Somalapuram is 635812, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Somalapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somalapuram is 2,377, with 1,172 males and 1,205 females.
- How many households are there in Somalapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somalapuram village has a total of 568 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somalapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somalapuram is 79.47%. The male literacy rate is 84.04%, while the female literacy rate is 75.02%.