Sonewani - Paraswada, Balaghat
Sonewani is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Mohanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonewani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonewani is 498438. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.72 hectares and falls under the 481102 pincode. Balaghat is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sonewani 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 Sonewani
According to the 2011 Census, Sonewani village had a total population of 282 people, including 146 males and 136 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.52%, with male literacy at 84.80% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonewani
Sonewani 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 Sonewani
Sonewani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sonewani is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonewani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonewani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonewani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonewani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonewani
Where is Sonewani located?
Sonewani village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonewani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonewani is Mohanpur.
What is the pincode of Sonewani?
The pincode of Sonewani is 481102.
What is the population of Sonewani?
Sonewani had a total population of 282, including 146 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Sonewani?
Sonewani had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonewani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonewani was 75.52%. Male literacy was 84.80% and female literacy was 65.52%.