Sonpur - Rehli, Sagar
Sonpur is a village situated in the Rehli tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehli and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Sonpur (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 461125. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.97 hectares and falls under the 470223 pincode. Rehli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur village had a total population of 847 people, including 437 males and 410 females, living in 251 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.10%, with male literacy at 86.51% and female literacy at 60.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 847 | 437 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 327 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 110 | 199 |
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 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rehli to Sonpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Sonpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonpur
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Rehli Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Sonpur (p).
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 470223.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur had a total population of 847, including 437 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
Sonpur had 251 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur was 74.10%. Male literacy was 86.51% and female literacy was 60.63%.