Sonpur - Rahatgarh, Sagar
Sonpur is a village situated in the Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahatgarh and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Nivodiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 460484. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.17 hectares and falls under the 470119 pincode. Rahatgarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpur
As per Census 2011, Sonpur village has a total population of 688 people, consisting of 380 males and 308 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 810 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Sonpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rahatgarh to Sonpur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Rahatgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Nivodiya.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 470119.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur has a total population of 688, including 380 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
There are 136 households in Sonpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur is 68.02%. Male literacy is 74.47% and female literacy is 60.06%.