Someraha - Utraula, Balrampur
Someraha is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Someraha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Someraha is 174082. The village covers a total geographical area of 529.03 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Someraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Utraula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gonda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Someraha
As per Census 2011, Someraha village has a total population of 2,281 people, consisting of 1,212 males and 1,069 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,090 literate and 1,191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Someraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,281 | 1,212 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 211 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 209 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 1,090 | 661 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,191 | 551 | 640 |
Nearby Villages of Someraha
Someraha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratanpur | South | 0.65 km |
| Itawa | East | 1.97 km |
| Barhaya Fareed Khan | North | 2.18 km |
| Kera Deeh | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Gwalior Grint Gair Jabti | South | 2.74 km |
| Adhinpur | East | 2.99 km |
| Bhorha | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Khamhriya Alaadad | East | 3.64 km |
| Kushmaura | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Rehra | North-East | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Someraha
Someraha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jhilahi, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Utraula to Someraha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Someraha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Someraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Someraha 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Someraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Someraha 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Someraha
Where is Someraha located?
Someraha village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Someraha?
Someraha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Someraha?
The pincode of Someraha is 271306.
What is the population of Someraha?
Someraha has a total population of 2,281, including 1,212 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Someraha?
There are 339 households in Someraha.
What is the literacy rate in Someraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Someraha is 47.79%. Male literacy is 54.54% and female literacy is 40.13%.