Sonpuri - Baihar, Balaghat
Sonpuri is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Sonpuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpuri is 498013. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.7 hectares and falls under the 481105 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sonpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpuri village had a total population of 1,582 people, including 824 males and 758 females, living in 380 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.64%, with male literacy at 94.82% and female literacy at 77.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 1,582 | 824 | 758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 90 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 58 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 134 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 1,232 | 696 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 128 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpuri
Sonpuri 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 Sonpuri
Sonpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baihar to Sonpuri is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Sonpuri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonpuri
Where is Sonpuri located?
Sonpuri village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpuri?
Sonpuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonpuri?
The pincode of Sonpuri is 481105.
What is the population of Sonpuri?
Sonpuri had a total population of 1,582, including 824 males and 758 females.
How many households are there in Sonpuri?
Sonpuri had 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpuri was 86.64%. Male literacy was 94.82% and female literacy was 77.91%.