Sondha Mal. - Bichhiya, Mandla
Sondha Mal. is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 76 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Sodha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sondha Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondha Mal. is 493412. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.49 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Sondha Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sondha Mal.
As per Census 2011, Sondha Mal. village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 293 males and 292 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sondha Mal. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 293 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 36 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 222 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 170 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 123 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Sondha Mal.
Sondha Mal. 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 Sondha Mal.
Sondha Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sondha Mal. has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bichhiya to Sondha Mal. is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Sondha Mal. is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondha Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondha Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sondha Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondha Mal. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sondha Mal.
Where is Sondha Mal. located?
Sondha Mal. village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondha Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sondha Mal. is Sodha.
What is the pincode of Sondha Mal.?
The pincode of Sondha Mal. is 481996.
What is the population of Sondha Mal.?
Sondha Mal. has a total population of 585, including 293 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Sondha Mal.?
There are 144 households in Sondha Mal..
What is the literacy rate in Sondha Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondha Mal. is 44.96%. Male literacy is 58.02% and female literacy is 31.85%.