Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Rahatgarh (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Sagar. As per 2009 stats, Hirankheda P is the gram panchayat of Sonpur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Rahatgarh-Sagar region. You’ll see Sonpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 460484. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.17 hectares. Rahatgarh is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 688, with approximately 380 males and 308 females. The sex ratio is around 810 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.02%, with male literacy at about 74.47% and female literacy near 60.06%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 380 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 283 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 97 | 123 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
- Where is Sonpur located?
- Sonpur village is situated in Rahatgarh Tehsil, within the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Hirankheda P (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 688, with 380 males and 308 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 68.02%. The male literacy rate is 74.47%, while the female literacy rate is 60.06%.