Sonpal - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Sonpal is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Hamatwahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpal is 447721. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.67 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 107 km away.
Sonpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpal
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpal village had a total population of 372 people, including 186 males and 186 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.68%, with male literacy at 69.03% and female literacy at 50.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 218.
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 | 372 | 186 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 107 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 79 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpal
Sonpal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hamatwahi | West | 1.51 km |
| Chhindpal | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Badgaon | South | 2.70 km |
| Naretitola | North | 2.89 km |
| Anhur | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Gurwandi | West | 3.05 km |
| Chikhli | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Dargarh | East | 3.58 km |
| Palvi | North-West | 3.76 km |
| Masoor | South | 4.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonpal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonpal. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.7 km.
| 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 Bhanupratappur to Sonpal is about 107 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Sonpal is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonpal
Where is Sonpal located?
Sonpal village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpal is Hamatwahi.
What is the pincode of Sonpal?
The pincode of Sonpal is 494771.
What is the population of Sonpal?
Sonpal had a total population of 372, including 186 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Sonpal?
Sonpal had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpal was 59.68%. Male literacy was 69.03% and female literacy was 50.63%.