Sonjhara
Sonjhara is a village located in Waraseoni tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Waraseoni (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Sonjhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonjhara unique in its vibrant Waraseoni-Balaghat region. You’ll see Sonjhara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonjhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonjhara is 497435. The village spans a total geographical area of 473.78 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Sonjhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Sonjhara
Population of Sonjhara
According to the 2011 Census, Sonjhara has a total population of about 1,541, with approximately 735 males and 806 females. The sex ratio is around 1096 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 217 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.13%, with male literacy at about 69.80% and female literacy near 53.23%. There are around 399 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonjhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,541 | 735 | 806 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 91 | 94 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 106 | 111 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Literate Population | 942 | 513 | 429 |
Illiterate Population | 599 | 222 | 377 |
Connectivity of Sonjhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonjhara. As per the 2011 stats, Sonjhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonjhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonjhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonjhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonjhara
- Where is Sonjhara located?
- Sonjhara village is situated in Waraseoni Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonjhara?
- Sonjhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonjhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonjhara is 1,541, with 735 males and 806 females.
- How many households are there in Sonjhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonjhara village has a total of 399 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonjhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonjhara is 61.13%. The male literacy rate is 69.80%, while the female literacy rate is 53.23%.