Sonwahi - Rengakharkala, Kabeerdham
Sonwahi is a village situated in the Rengakharkala tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Bodla and around 74 km from Kawardha. Jhalmala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonwahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonwahi is 439436. The village covers a total geographical area of 664.65 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sonwahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonwahi
According to the 2011 Census, Sonwahi village had a total population of 569 people, including 287 males and 282 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.43%, with male literacy at 53.45% and female literacy at 14.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 498.
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 | 569 | 287 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 498 | 251 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 124 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 163 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Sonwahi
Sonwahi 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 Sonwahi
Sonwahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bodla to Sonwahi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Sonwahi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonwahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonwahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonwahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonwahi 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 Sonwahi
Where is Sonwahi located?
Sonwahi village is located in Rengakharkala Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonwahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonwahi is Jhalmala.
What is the pincode of Sonwahi?
The pincode of Sonwahi is 491888.
What is the population of Sonwahi?
Sonwahi had a total population of 569, including 287 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Sonwahi?
Sonwahi had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonwahi was 34.43%. Male literacy was 53.45% and female literacy was 14.73%.