Somna
Somna is a village located in Gabhana tehsil of Aligarh district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Gabhana (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Aligarh. As per 2009 stats, Somna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Somna unique in its vibrant Gabhana-Aligarh region. You’ll see Somna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Somna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somna is 121934. The village spans a total geographical area of 325.3 hectares. Gabhana is nearest town to Somna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Somna 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 Barauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aligarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Somna
Population of Somna
According to the 2011 Census, Somna has a total population of about 2,005, with approximately 1,103 males and 902 females. The sex ratio is around 817 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 338 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 506 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.33%, with male literacy at about 75.25% and female literacy near 55.43%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,005 | 1,103 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 190 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 506 | 281 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,330 | 830 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 675 | 273 | 402 |
Connectivity of Somna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somna. As per the 2011 stats, Somna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Somna
Knowing the nearby villages of Somna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Somna
- Where is Somna located?
- Somna village is situated in Gabhana Tehsil, within the Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Somna?
- Somna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Somna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somna is 2,005, with 1,103 males and 902 females.
- How many households are there in Somna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Somna village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Somna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somna is 66.33%. The male literacy rate is 75.25%, while the female literacy rate is 55.43%.