Sonud - Nepanagar, Burhanpur
Sonud is a village situated in the Nepanagar tehsil of Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nepanagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Burhanpur. Sonud [fv] serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonud is 506411. The village covers a total geographical area of 2161.8 hectares and falls under the 450221 pincode. Nepanagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sonud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonud
As per Census 2011, Sonud village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 844 males and 790 females. The village has 310 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 1,107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 970 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 844 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 201 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 970 | 493 | 477 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 334 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,107 | 510 | 597 |
Nearby Villages of Sonud
Sonud 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 Sonud
Sonud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Nepanagar to Sonud is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Burhanpur to Sonud is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonud
Where is Sonud located?
Sonud village is located in Nepanagar Tehsil, Burhanpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonud?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonud is Sonud [fv].
What is the pincode of Sonud?
The pincode of Sonud is 450221.
What is the population of Sonud?
Sonud has a total population of 1,634, including 844 males and 790 females.
How many households are there in Sonud?
There are 310 households in Sonud.
What is the literacy rate in Sonud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonud is 32.25%. Male literacy is 39.57% and female literacy is 24.43%.