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
According to the 2011 Census, Sonthawari village had a total population of 239 people, including 119 males and 120 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.50%, with male literacy at 61.00% and female literacy at 46.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 227.
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 | 239 | 119 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 239, including 119 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Sonthawari?
Sonthawari had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonthawari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonthawari was 53.50%. Male literacy was 61.00% and female literacy was 46.00%.