Sonhar
Sonhar is a village located in Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Narwar (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Sonhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonhar unique in its vibrant Narwar-Shivpuri region. You’ll see Sonhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonhar is 455504. The village spans a total geographical area of 1591.89 hectares. Narwar is nearest town to Sonhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gwalior Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonhar
Population of Sonhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sonhar has a total population of about 3,643, with approximately 2,005 males and 1,638 females. The sex ratio is around 816 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 680 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 417 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 213. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.30%, with male literacy at about 57.11% and female literacy near 35.29%. There are around 799 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,643 | 2,005 | 1,638 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 351 | 329 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 224 | 193 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 109 | 104 |
Literate Population | 1,723 | 1,145 | 578 |
Illiterate Population | 1,920 | 860 | 1,060 |
Connectivity of Sonhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sonhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonhar
- Where is Sonhar located?
- Sonhar village is situated in Narwar Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonhar?
- Sonhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonhar is 3,643, with 2,005 males and 1,638 females.
- How many households are there in Sonhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonhar village has a total of 799 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonhar is 47.30%. The male literacy rate is 57.11%, while the female literacy rate is 35.29%.