Sonarpal - Bhanpuri, Bastar
Sonarpal is a village situated in the Bhanpuri tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from Bastar and around 31 km from Jagdalpur. Sonarpal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonarpal is 449328. The village covers a total geographical area of 466.18 hectares and falls under the 494224 pincode. Bastar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sonarpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonarpal
As per Census 2011, Sonarpal village has a total population of 3,214 people, consisting of 1,596 males and 1,618 females. The village has 756 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,765 literate and 1,449 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,532 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonarpal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,214 | 1,596 | 1,618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 269 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,532 | 751 | 781 |
| Literate Population | 1,765 | 1,005 | 760 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,449 | 591 | 858 |
Nearby Villages of Sonarpal
Sonarpal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoda | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Usari | South | 2.37 km |
| Tikanpal | South | 2.42 km |
| Chapka | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Munjla | North | 3.16 km |
| Khor Khosa | East | 3.76 km |
| Badealnar | West | 3.78 km |
| Taragaon | North | 4.12 km |
| Chamiya | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Sitlawand | North-East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonarpal
Sonarpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumar Maranga, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bastar to Sonarpal is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Sonarpal is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonarpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonarpal 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 Sonarpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonarpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonarpal
Where is Sonarpal located?
Sonarpal village is located in Bhanpuri Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonarpal?
Sonarpal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonarpal?
The pincode of Sonarpal is 494224.
What is the population of Sonarpal?
Sonarpal has a total population of 3,214, including 1,596 males and 1,618 females.
How many households are there in Sonarpal?
There are 756 households in Sonarpal.
What is the literacy rate in Sonarpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonarpal is 54.92%. Male literacy is 62.97% and female literacy is 46.97%.