Sonud - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Sonud is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Khoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonud is 477892. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.53 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sonud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonud
As per Census 2011, Sonud village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 166 males and 174 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 166 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 163 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 115 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Sonud
Sonud 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 Sonud
Sonud 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jhiranya to Sonud is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Sonud 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 Sonud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonud 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonud 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sonud
Where is Sonud located?
Sonud village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonud?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonud is Khoi.
What is the pincode of Sonud?
The pincode of Sonud is 451332.
What is the population of Sonud?
Sonud has a total population of 340, including 166 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Sonud?
There are 65 households in Sonud.
What is the literacy rate in Sonud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonud is 25.00%. Male literacy is 30.72% and female literacy is 19.54%.