Sonpur - Tamia, Chhindwara
Sonpur is a village situated in the Tamia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Hirripathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 493860. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.35 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Neuton Chikhli Kalan is the nearest town.
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 Amarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur village had a total population of 253 people, including 128 males and 125 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.21%, with male literacy at 76.64% and female literacy at 37.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 253 | 128 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 120 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 82 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 46 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Sonpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chhindwara to Sonpur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Tamia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Hirripathar.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 480559.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur had a total population of 253, including 128 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
Sonpur had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur was 57.21%. Male literacy was 76.64% and female literacy was 37.96%.