Somaridih - Ghosi, Mau
Somaridih is a village situated in the Ghosi tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghosi and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Somaridih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somaridih is 196143. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.22 hectares and falls under the 275304 pincode. Mau is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Somaridih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Somaridih
According to the 2011 Census, Somaridih village had a total population of 1,907 people, including 925 males and 982 females, living in 325 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 82.99% and female literacy at 66.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 1,907 | 925 | 982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 196 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,143 | 605 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 764 | 320 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Somaridih
Somaridih 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 Somaridih
Somaridih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Somaridih has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mau to Somaridih is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mau to Somaridih is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somaridih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somaridih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Somaridih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somaridih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Somaridih
Where is Somaridih located?
Somaridih village is located in Ghosi Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somaridih?
Somaridih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somaridih?
The pincode of Somaridih is 275304.
What is the population of Somaridih?
Somaridih had a total population of 1,907, including 925 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Somaridih?
Somaridih had 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somaridih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somaridih was 74.27%. Male literacy was 82.99% and female literacy was 66.42%.