Sonthawari - Chhapara, Seoni
Sonthawari is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Khamariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonthawari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonthawari is 496093. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 480884 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sonthawari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonthawari
As per Census 2011, Sonthawari village has a total population of 239 people, consisting of 119 males and 120 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonthawari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 58 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Sonthawari
Sonthawari 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 Sonthawari
Sonthawari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lakhnadon to Sonthawari is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Sonthawari is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonthawari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonthawari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonthawari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonthawari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonthawari
Where is Sonthawari located?
Sonthawari village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonthawari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonthawari is Khamariya.
What is the pincode of Sonthawari?
The pincode of Sonthawari is 480884.
What is the population of Sonthawari?
Sonthawari has a total population of 239, including 119 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Sonthawari?
There are 56 households in Sonthawari.
What is the literacy rate in Sonthawari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonthawari is 44.77%. Male literacy is 51.26% and female literacy is 38.33%.