Sonewani
Sonewani is a village located in Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Paraswada (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Mohanpur is the gram panchayat of Sonewani village.
Sonewani has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonewani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonewani is 498438. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.72 hectares. Balaghat is nearest town to Sonewani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonewani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonewani
Population of Sonewani
Below is a concise population overview of Sonewani as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 106 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 40 | 60 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonewani village:
- The total population of Sonewani village is around 282, including approximately 146 males and 136 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 41 children aged 0–6 years in Sonewani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonewani village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonewani village is about 64.54%, with male literacy at 72.60% and female literacy at 55.88%.
- There are around 69 households in Sonewani village.
Connectivity of Sonewani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonewani. As per the 2011 stats, Sonewani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonewani
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonewani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonewani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonewani
- Where is Sonewani located?
- Sonewani village is situated in Paraswada Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonewani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonewani is Mohanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonewani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonewani is 282, with 146 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Sonewani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonewani village has a total of 69 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonewani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonewani is 64.54%. The male literacy rate is 72.60%, while the female literacy rate is 55.88%.