Soniyamar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Soniyamar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Harratola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soniyamar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soniyamar is 502131. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.74 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Soniyamar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soniyamar
According to the 2011 Census, Soniyamar village had a total population of 726 people, including 369 males and 357 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.64%, with male literacy at 69.58% and female literacy at 47.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 575.
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 | 726 | 369 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 60 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 575 | 290 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 215 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 154 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Soniyamar
Soniyamar 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 Soniyamar
Soniyamar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Soniyamar is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soniyamar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soniyamar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Soniyamar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soniyamar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Soniyamar
Where is Soniyamar located?
Soniyamar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soniyamar?
The Gram Panchayat of Soniyamar is Harratola.
What is the pincode of Soniyamar?
The pincode of Soniyamar is 484881.
What is the population of Soniyamar?
Soniyamar had a total population of 726, including 369 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Soniyamar?
Soniyamar had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soniyamar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soniyamar was 58.64%. Male literacy was 69.58% and female literacy was 47.74%.