Sonawani - Lalbarra, Balaghat
Sonawani is a village situated in the Lalbarra tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalbarra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Tekadi (la) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonawani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonawani is 497643. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 481332 pincode. Waraseoni is the nearest town.
Sonawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balaghat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sonawani
According to the 2011 Census, Sonawani village had a total population of 47 people, including 18 males and 29 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,611 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 47 | 18 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 18 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sonawani
Sonawani 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 Sonawani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonawani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balaghat to Sonawani is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonawani 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 Sonawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonawani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonawani
Where is Sonawani located?
Sonawani village is located in Lalbarra Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonawani is Tekadi (la).
What is the pincode of Sonawani?
The pincode of Sonawani is 481332.
What is the population of Sonawani?
Sonawani had a total population of 47, including 18 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Sonawani?
Sonawani had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonawani was 78.57%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 75.00%.