Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Bichhua (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Sonpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Bichhua-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Sonpur’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 Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 495476. The village spans a total geographical area of 283.5 hectares. Bichhua is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 333, with approximately 174 males and 159 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 234. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.36%, with male literacy at about 77.01% and female literacy near 48.43%. There are around 84 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 174 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 124 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 134 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 40 | 82 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
- Where is Sonpur located?
- Sonpur village is situated in Bichhua Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- Sonpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 333, with 174 males and 159 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 63.36%. The male literacy rate is 77.01%, while the female literacy rate is 48.43%.