Son Khar - Keolari, Seoni
Son Khar is a village situated in the Keolari tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keolari and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sonkhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Son Khar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Son Khar is 496524. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.98 hectares and falls under the 480996 pincode. Barghat is the nearest town.
Son Khar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Son Khar
As per Census 2011, Son Khar village has a total population of 832 people, consisting of 421 males and 411 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 524 literate and 308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 533 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Son Khar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 421 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 533 | 267 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 524 | 294 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 127 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Son Khar
Son Khar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindradehi | North | 1.63 km |
| Sindarsi | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Newargaon | North | 2.06 km |
| Bhorghondi | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Jheetarra | East | 2.47 km |
| Bawali | East | 2.64 km |
| Kanchanwada | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Mohbarra | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Rumal | East | 4.05 km |
| Ghurwada | South | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Son Khar
Son Khar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gudru Halt, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 km.
| 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 Seoni to Son Khar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Son Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Son Khar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Son Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Son Khar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Son Khar
Where is Son Khar located?
Son Khar village is located in Keolari Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Son Khar?
The Gram Panchayat of Son Khar is Sonkhar.
What is the pincode of Son Khar?
The pincode of Son Khar is 480996.
What is the population of Son Khar?
Son Khar has a total population of 832, including 421 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Son Khar?
There are 184 households in Son Khar.
What is the literacy rate in Son Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Son Khar is 62.98%. Male literacy is 69.83% and female literacy is 55.96%.