Sonsa - City Center, Gwalior
Sonsa is a village situated in the City Center tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Gwalior and around 20 km from Gwalior. Sosa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonsa is 453866. The village covers a total geographical area of 1625.82 hectares and falls under the 474005 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sonsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gwalior Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonsa
As per Census 2011, Sonsa village has a total population of 1,979 people, consisting of 1,100 males and 879 females. The village has 351 households and a sex ratio of 799 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 794 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,979 | 1,100 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 146 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 788 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 312 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Sonsa
Sonsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bandholi | North | 2.74 km |
| Nainagiri | West | 3.42 km |
| Jarga | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Bhatpura Sani | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Bastari | South | 3.86 km |
| Sihara | North-East | 4.73 km |
| Udaipur | North | 4.91 km |
| Singharpura | North | 5.01 km |
| Kui | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Hiri | North-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonsa
Sonsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sithouli, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gwalior to Sonsa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonsa 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 Sonsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonsa 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 Sonsa
Where is Sonsa located?
Sonsa village is located in City Center Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonsa is Sosa.
What is the pincode of Sonsa?
The pincode of Sonsa is 474005.
What is the population of Sonsa?
Sonsa has a total population of 1,979, including 1,100 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Sonsa?
There are 351 households in Sonsa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonsa is 59.88%. Male literacy is 71.64% and female literacy is 45.16%.