Sonpur - Chicholi, Betul
Sonpur is a village situated in the Chicholi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chicholi and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Bhori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 485762. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.38 hectares and falls under the 460330 pincode. Chicholi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur village had a total population of 136 people, including 75 males and 61 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 43.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 40 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandikhapa | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Singaikhapa (singraikhapa) | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Bori | South | 2.23 km |
| Barangwadi | West | 2.45 km |
| Birpur | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Mangarodi | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Gondu Mandai | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Jamthi | East | 3.55 km |
| Kondhar | North | 3.86 km |
| Bighwa | West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonpur
Sonpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maramjhiri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chicholi to Sonpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Sonpur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Chicholi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Bhori.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 460330.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur had a total population of 136, including 75 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
Sonpur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur was 50.00%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 43.14%.