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.

Sonmau has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sonmau

Below is a concise population overview of Sonmau as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonmau village:

  • The total population of Sonmau village is around 480, including approximately 243 males and 237 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Sonmau village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sonmau village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sonmau village is about 64.79%, with male literacy at 72.43% and female literacy at 56.96%.
  • There are around 93 households in Sonmau village.

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)
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.

Shankarpur Kalkot Ambamali Jhala Kuhi Palakheda Khari Shakkar Jhiree Kalathuni Deogarh Lohangi Singpur

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%.