Sonjhari - Magarlod, Dhamtari
Sonjhari is a village situated in the Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Magarlod and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Sonjhari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonjhari is 446991. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.85 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Dhamtari is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sonjhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonjhari
As per Census 2011, Sonjhari village has a total population of 526 people, consisting of 264 males and 262 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 425 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonjhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 264 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 214 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 170 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 94 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Sonjhari
Sonjhari 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 Sonjhari
Sonjhari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dhamtari to Sonjhari is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Sonjhari is about 40 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 Sonjhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonjhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonjhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonjhari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonjhari
Where is Sonjhari located?
Sonjhari village is located in Magarlod Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonjhari?
Sonjhari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonjhari?
The pincode of Sonjhari is 493773.
What is the population of Sonjhari?
Sonjhari has a total population of 526, including 264 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Sonjhari?
There are 115 households in Sonjhari.
What is the literacy rate in Sonjhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonjhari is 53.99%. Male literacy is 64.39% and female literacy is 43.51%.