Somini - Bejjur, Kumuram Bheem Asifabad
Somini is a village situated in the Bejjur mandal of Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana. It is located approximately 10 km from Bejjur and around 232 km from Adilabad. Somini village is a designated Grama Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somini is 569434. The village covers a total geographical area of 1062 hectares and falls under the 504299 pincode. Kagaznagar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Somini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somini
According to the 2011 Census, Somini village had a total population of 1,025 people, including 515 males and 510 females, living in 240 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.24%, with male literacy at 65.23% and female literacy at 47.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 256, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 731.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,025 | 515 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 133 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 731 | 362 | 369 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 287 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 228 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Somini
Somini 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 Somini
Somini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kagaznagar to Somini is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Adilabad to Somini is about 232 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Somini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Somini
Where is Somini located?
Somini village is located in Bejjur Mandal, Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana, India.
What is the Grama Panchayat of Somini?
Somini is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somini?
The pincode of Somini is 504299.
What is the population of Somini?
Somini had a total population of 1,025, including 515 males and 510 females.
How many households are there in Somini?
Somini had 240 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somini was 56.24%. Male literacy was 65.23% and female literacy was 47.29%.