Sonai - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Sonai is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Sonai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonai is 500702. The village covers a total geographical area of 544 hectares and falls under the 473444 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonai
As per Census 2011, Sonai village has a total population of 808 people, consisting of 428 males and 380 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 462 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 808 | 428 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 153 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 265 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 163 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Sonai
Sonai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sattideh | East | 1.17 km |
| Bijori | East | 1.88 km |
| Chinkupur | West | 2.20 km |
| Sehpura | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Ruhana | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Mundra Mungaoli | South | 2.89 km |
| Amanchar | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Richha | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Bamman Khiriya | North | 3.33 km |
| Sajanmau Kalan | West | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonai
Sonai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guneru Bamori, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 125.2 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungaoli to Sonai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Sonai is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonai 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 Sonai
Where is Sonai located?
Sonai village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonai?
Sonai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonai?
The pincode of Sonai is 473444.
What is the population of Sonai?
Sonai has a total population of 808, including 428 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Sonai?
There are 149 households in Sonai.
What is the literacy rate in Sonai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonai is 57.18%. Male literacy is 61.92% and female literacy is 51.84%.