Sonhar - Narwar, Shivpuri
Sonhar is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Sonhar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonhar is 455504. The village covers a total geographical area of 1591.89 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sonhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonhar
As per Census 2011, Sonhar village has a total population of 3,643 people, consisting of 2,005 males and 1,638 females. The village has 799 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 680 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,723 literate and 1,920 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sonhar
Sonhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nayagaon | West | 4.04 km |
| Naraua | North | 4.21 km |
| Patha | South-West | 4.95 km |
| Bansgarh | East | 5.19 km |
| Dawar Ali | East | 5.47 km |
| Lalpur | South-East | 5.66 km |
| Dhawara | South | 5.72 km |
| Jujhai Narwar | North-West | 6.15 km |
| Silanagar | South | 6.40 km |
| Paragarh | South-West | 6.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonhar
Sonhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narwar to Sonhar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Sonhar is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonhar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonhar
Where is Sonhar located?
Sonhar village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonhar?
Sonhar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonhar?
The pincode of Sonhar is 473880.
What is the population of Sonhar?
Sonhar has a total population of 3,643, including 2,005 males and 1,638 females.
How many households are there in Sonhar?
There are 799 households in Sonhar.
What is the literacy rate in Sonhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonhar is 47.30%. Male literacy is 57.11% and female literacy is 35.29%.