Somandarkudi - Sankarapuram, Kallakurichi
Somandarkudi is a village situated in the Sankarapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from Sankarapuram and around 75 km from Viluppuram. Somandargudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somandarkudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somandarkudi is 633398. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.08 hectares and falls under the 606213 pincode. Kallakuirchi is the nearest town.
Somandarkudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somandarkudi
As per Census 2011, Somandarkudi village has a total population of 1,453 people, consisting of 749 males and 704 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somandarkudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,453 | 749 | 704 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 597 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 152 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Somandarkudi
Somandarkudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Somandarkudi
Somandarkudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Somandarkudi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somandarkudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somandarkudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somandarkudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somandarkudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somandarkudi
Where is Somandarkudi located?
Somandarkudi village is located in Sankarapuram Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somandarkudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Somandarkudi is Somandargudi.
What is the pincode of Somandarkudi?
The pincode of Somandarkudi is 606213.
What is the population of Somandarkudi?
Somandarkudi has a total population of 1,453, including 749 males and 704 females.
How many households are there in Somandarkudi?
There are 359 households in Somandarkudi.
What is the literacy rate in Somandarkudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somandarkudi is 72.06%. Male literacy is 79.71% and female literacy is 63.92%.