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.

Somalapuram has its own place in the vibrant Vellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Somalapuram

Below is a concise population overview of Somalapuram as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Somalapuram village:

  • The total population of Somalapuram village is around 2,377, including approximately 1,172 males and 1,205 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 221 children aged 0–6 years in Somalapuram village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Somalapuram village has 1,671 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Somalapuram village is about 79.47%, with male literacy at 84.04% and female literacy at 75.02%.
  • There are around 568 households in Somalapuram village.

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%.