Sonmau
Sonmau is a village located in Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mohkhed (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Shakkarzhiri is the gram panchayat of Sonmau village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonmau unique in its vibrant Mohkhed-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Sonmau’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 Sonmau
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonmau is 495059. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares. Chhindwara is nearest town to Sonmau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Sonmau
Population of Sonmau
According to the 2011 Census, Sonmau has a total population of about 480, with approximately 243 males and 237 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 65 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 13 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.79%, with male literacy at about 72.43% and female literacy near 56.96%. There are around 93 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonmau's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 480 | 243 | 237 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 38 | 27 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
Literate Population | 311 | 176 | 135 |
Illiterate Population | 169 | 67 | 102 |
Connectivity of Sonmau
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonmau. As per the 2011 stats, Sonmau had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonmau
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonmau helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonmau.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonmau
- Where is Sonmau located?
- Sonmau village is situated in Mohkhed Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonmau?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonmau is Shakkarzhiri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonmau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonmau is 480, with 243 males and 237 females.
- How many households are there in Sonmau as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonmau village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonmau as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonmau is 64.79%. The male literacy rate is 72.43%, while the female literacy rate is 56.96%.