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.

Sonjhara 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 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.

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Population of Sonjhara

Below is a concise population overview of Sonjhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonjhara village:

  • The total population of Sonjhara village is around 1,541, including approximately 735 males and 806 females, with a sex ratio of 1096 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 185 children aged 0–6 years in Sonjhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonjhara village has 217 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonjhara village is about 61.13%, with male literacy at 69.80% and female literacy at 53.23%.
  • There are around 399 households in Sonjhara village.

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)
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.

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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%.