Somulagudem - Palvoncha, Bhadradri Kothagudem
Somulagudem is a village situated in the Palvoncha mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana. It is located approximately 6 km from Palwancha and around 96 km from Khammam. Basavatharaka Colony serves as the Gram Panchayat for Somulagudem village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somulagudem is 579362. The village covers a total geographical area of 1002 hectares and falls under the 507115 pincode. Palwancha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Somulagudem village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kothagudem Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khammam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somulagudem
As per Census 2011, Somulagudem village has a total population of 2,889 people, consisting of 1,442 males and 1,447 females. The village has 766 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,786 literate and 1,103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,137 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somulagudem are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,889 | 1,442 | 1,447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 132 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 120 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,137 | 558 | 579 |
| Literate Population | 1,786 | 1,024 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 418 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Somulagudem
Somulagudem 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 Somulagudem
Somulagudem is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Somulagudem.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palwancha to Somulagudem is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khammam to Somulagudem is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somulagudem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somulagudem village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somulagudem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somulagudem 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 Somulagudem
Where is Somulagudem located?
Somulagudem village is located in Palvoncha Mandal, Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somulagudem?
The Gram Panchayat of Somulagudem is Basavatharaka Colony.
What is the pincode of Somulagudem?
The pincode of Somulagudem is 507115.
What is the population of Somulagudem?
Somulagudem has a total population of 2,889, including 1,442 males and 1,447 females.
How many households are there in Somulagudem?
There are 766 households in Somulagudem.
What is the literacy rate in Somulagudem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somulagudem is 61.82%. Male literacy is 71.01% and female literacy is 52.66%.