Sonwada - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sonwada is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Poi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonwada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonwada is 477423. The village covers a total geographical area of 459 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sonwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonwada
As per Census 2011, Sonwada village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 353 males and 392 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,110 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 631 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonwada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 353 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 51 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 631 | 299 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 253 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 100 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Sonwada
Sonwada 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 Sonwada
Sonwada 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Sonwada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sonwada is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonwada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonwada
Where is Sonwada located?
Sonwada village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonwada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonwada is Poi.
What is the pincode of Sonwada?
The pincode of Sonwada is 451331.
What is the population of Sonwada?
Sonwada has a total population of 745, including 353 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Sonwada?
There are 142 households in Sonwada.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonwada is 55.70%. Male literacy is 71.67% and female literacy is 41.33%.