Somasila - Kollapur, Nagarkurnool
Somasila is a village situated in the Kollapur mandal of Nagarkurnool district, Telangana. It is located approximately 8 km from Kollapur and around 98 km from Mahbubnagar. Somasila village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somasila is 576371. The village covers a total geographical area of 1863 hectares and falls under the 509105 pincode. Wanaparthy is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Somasila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Somasila
As per Census 2011, Somasila village has a total population of 1,734 people, consisting of 909 males and 825 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 928 literate and 806 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somasila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,734 | 909 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 198 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 928 | 585 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 324 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Somasila
Somasila 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 Somasila
Somasila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wanaparthy to Somasila is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahbubnagar to Somasila is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somasila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somasila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Somasila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somasila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Somasila
Where is Somasila located?
Somasila village is located in Kollapur Mandal, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somasila?
Somasila is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somasila?
The pincode of Somasila is 509105.
What is the population of Somasila?
Somasila has a total population of 1,734, including 909 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Somasila?
There are 466 households in Somasila.
What is the literacy rate in Somasila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somasila is 53.52%. Male literacy is 64.36% and female literacy is 41.58%.