Sonwahi
Sonwahi is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Sonwahi village is also a gram panchayat.
Sonwahi has its own place in the vibrant Surguja region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonwahi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonwahi is 432523. The village spans a total geographical area of 312 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497001. Ambikapur is nearest town to Sonwahi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Sonwahi
Population of Sonwahi
Below is a concise population overview of Sonwahi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 921 | 440 | 481 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 496 | 226 | 270 |
Literate Population | 547 | 299 | 248 |
Illiterate Population | 374 | 141 | 233 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonwahi village:
- The total population of Sonwahi village is around 921, including approximately 440 males and 481 females, with a sex ratio of 1093 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Sonwahi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonwahi village has 31 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 496 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonwahi village is about 59.39%, with male literacy at 67.95% and female literacy at 51.56%.
- There are around 191 households in Sonwahi village.
Connectivity of Sonwahi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonwahi. As per the 2011 stats, Sonwahi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonwahi
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonwahi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonwahi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonwahi
- Where is Sonwahi located?
- Sonwahi village is situated in Surajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonwahi?
- Sonwahi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonwahi?
- The pincode of Sonwahi is 497001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonwahi is 921, with 440 males and 481 females.
- How many households are there in Sonwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonwahi village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonwahi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonwahi is 59.39%. The male literacy rate is 67.95%, while the female literacy rate is 51.56%.