Sonora - Athner, Betul
Sonora is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Belkund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonora is 485500. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.36 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Sonora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonora
As per Census 2011, Sonora village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 244 males and 233 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 388 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 244 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 44 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 197 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 165 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 79 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Sonora
Sonora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Balkheda (walkheda) | West | 1.71 km |
| Jamapati | East | 2.01 km |
| Hiwradevi | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Belkund | North | 3.06 km |
| Chinchkumbh | East | 3.55 km |
| Andher Baodi | West | 3.85 km |
| Pithonda | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Jamapati (viran) | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Redwa | East | 4.26 km |
| Khinkhini | South-East | 4.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonora
Sonora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kolvihir, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athner to Sonora is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Sonora is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonora
Where is Sonora located?
Sonora village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonora is Belkund.
What is the pincode of Sonora?
The pincode of Sonora is 460110.
What is the population of Sonora?
Sonora has a total population of 477, including 244 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Sonora?
There are 90 households in Sonora.
What is the literacy rate in Sonora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonora is 62.26%. Male literacy is 67.62% and female literacy is 56.65%.