Sondul - Manawar, Dhar
Sondul is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Sondul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondul is 475675. The village covers a total geographical area of 546.91 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sondul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sondul
As per Census 2011, Sondul village has a total population of 1,824 people, consisting of 920 males and 904 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 759 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,645 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sondul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,824 | 920 | 904 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,645 | 825 | 820 |
| Literate Population | 759 | 465 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 455 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Sondul
Sondul is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Golpura | North | 1.67 km |
| Nigarni | South | 1.89 km |
| Petlawad | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Temarni | West | 2.96 km |
| Tonki | West | 3.67 km |
| Pipalya | South | 3.85 km |
| Jalkhan | North | 4.05 km |
| Khargone | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Kuwad | East | 4.33 km |
| Ambada | North | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sondul
Public transport in the Sondul is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 km.
| 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 Manawar to Sondul is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Sondul is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sondul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sondul
Where is Sondul located?
Sondul village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondul?
Sondul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sondul?
The pincode of Sondul is 454446.
What is the population of Sondul?
Sondul has a total population of 1,824, including 920 males and 904 females.
How many households are there in Sondul?
There are 386 households in Sondul.
What is the literacy rate in Sondul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondul is 41.61%. Male literacy is 50.54% and female literacy is 32.52%.