Sonpuri - Pathariya, Mungeli
Sonpuri is a village situated in the Pathariya tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Pathariya and around 55 km from Bilaspur. Sonpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpuri is 438362. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.18 hectares and falls under the 495224 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpuri
As per Census 2011, Sonpuri village has a total population of 1,055 people, consisting of 514 males and 541 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 559 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 514 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 108 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 286 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 228 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpuri
Sonpuri 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 Sonpuri
Sonpuri 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungeli to Sonpuri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Sonpuri 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 Sonpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpuri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sonpuri
Where is Sonpuri located?
Sonpuri village is located in Pathariya Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpuri?
Sonpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonpuri?
The pincode of Sonpuri is 495224.
What is the population of Sonpuri?
Sonpuri has a total population of 1,055, including 514 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Sonpuri?
There are 259 households in Sonpuri.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpuri is 47.01%. Male literacy is 55.64% and female literacy is 38.82%.