Sonai Village - Pawai, Panna
Sonai is a village situated in the Pawai tehsil of Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pawai and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Panna. Ghutehi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonai is 459333. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.67 hectares and falls under the 488446 pincode. Devendranagar is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Sonai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonai
As per Census 2011, Sonai village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 59 males and 61 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonai are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 38 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 21 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sonai
Sonai 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 Sonai
Sonai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Devendranagar to Sonai is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Panna to Sonai is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonai 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 Sonai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonai 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 Sonai
Where is Sonai located?
Sonai village is located in Pawai Tehsil, Panna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonai is Ghutehi.
What is the pincode of Sonai?
The pincode of Sonai is 488446.
What is the population of Sonai?
Sonai has a total population of 120, including 59 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Sonai?
There are 18 households in Sonai.
What is the literacy rate in Sonai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonai is 54.17%. Male literacy is 64.41% and female literacy is 44.26%.