Sonekanhar
Sonekanhar is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Sonekanhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonekanhar unique in its vibrant Bhanupratappur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Sonekanhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonekanhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonekanhar is 447532. The village spans a total geographical area of 524.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Sonekanhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonekanhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonekanhar
Population of Sonekanhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sonekanhar has a total population of about 440, with approximately 214 males and 226 females. The sex ratio is around 1056 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 385. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.73%, with male literacy at about 74.77% and female literacy near 51.33%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonekanhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 214 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 385 | 187 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 276 | 160 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 54 | 110 |
Connectivity of Sonekanhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonekanhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sonekanhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonekanhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonekanhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonekanhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonekanhar
- Where is Sonekanhar located?
- Sonekanhar village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonekanhar?
- Sonekanhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonekanhar?
- The pincode of Sonekanhar is 494669, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonekanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonekanhar is 440, with 214 males and 226 females.
- How many households are there in Sonekanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonekanhar village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonekanhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonekanhar is 62.73%. The male literacy rate is 74.77%, while the female literacy rate is 51.33%.