Sonway - Rau, Indore
Sonway is a village situated in the Rau tehsil of Indore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Mhow and around 20 km from Indore. Sonvai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonway village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonway is 476390. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.49 hectares and falls under the 453331 pincode. Mhowgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonway village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dr.ambedkarnagar-mhow Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonway
As per Census 2011, Sonway village has a total population of 3,969 people, consisting of 2,441 males and 1,528 females. The village has 762 households and a sex ratio of 625 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,443 literate and 1,526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 702 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonway are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,969 | 2,441 | 1,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 316 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 209 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 702 | 413 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 2,443 | 1,791 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,526 | 650 | 876 |
Nearby Villages of Sonway
Sonway 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 Sonway
Sonway is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sonway.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mhowgaon to Sonway is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Indore to Sonway is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonway
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonway village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonway
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonway village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonway
Where is Sonway located?
Sonway village is located in Rau Tehsil, Indore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonway?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonway is Sonvai.
What is the pincode of Sonway?
The pincode of Sonway is 453331.
What is the population of Sonway?
Sonway has a total population of 3,969, including 2,441 males and 1,528 females.
How many households are there in Sonway?
There are 762 households in Sonway.
What is the literacy rate in Sonway?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonway is 61.55%. Male literacy is 73.37% and female literacy is 42.67%.