Sonkhar Ryt. - Lamta, Balaghat
Sonkhar Ryt. is a village situated in the Lamta tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Balaghat and around 70 km from Balaghat. Sonkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonkhar Ryt. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkhar Ryt. is 497649. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.65 hectares and falls under the 481551 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Sonkhar Ryt. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkhar Ryt.
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkhar Ryt. village had a total population of 864 people, including 434 males and 430 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.03%, with male literacy at 79.35% and female literacy at 66.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 435.
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 | 864 | 434 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 219 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 292 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 142 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkhar Ryt.
Sonkhar Ryt. 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 Sonkhar Ryt.
Sonkhar Ryt. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sonkhar Ryt. has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balaghat to Sonkhar Ryt. is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonkhar Ryt.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkhar Ryt. 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkhar Ryt.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkhar Ryt. 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 Sonkhar Ryt.
Where is Sonkhar Ryt. located?
Sonkhar Ryt. village is located in Lamta Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonkhar Ryt.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonkhar Ryt. is Sonkhar.
What is the pincode of Sonkhar Ryt.?
The pincode of Sonkhar Ryt. is 481551.
What is the population of Sonkhar Ryt.?
Sonkhar Ryt. had a total population of 864, including 434 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Sonkhar Ryt.?
Sonkhar Ryt. had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkhar Ryt.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkhar Ryt. was 73.03%. Male literacy was 79.35% and female literacy was 66.93%.