Sonvarsha - Sihawal, Sidhi
Sonvarsha is a village situated in the Sihawal tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihawal and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Sonversha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonvarsha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonvarsha is 502811. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.78 hectares and falls under the 486670 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sonvarsha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonvarsha
As per Census 2011, Sonvarsha village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 459 males and 454 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonvarsha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 459 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 78 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 301 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 158 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Sonvarsha
Sonvarsha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dirman Bandh | East | 0.79 km |
| Sahji | West | 1.21 km |
| Pahadi Kotra | North | 1.50 km |
| Kothar | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Pachdo Pitai | East | 1.77 km |
| Khadbada | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Titali | East | 2.17 km |
| Pahadi Chak Tenduha | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Tikar Rajaha | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Sehuda Viran | South-East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonvarsha
Sonvarsha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shankarpur Bhadaura, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Sonvarsha is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonvarsha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonvarsha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonvarsha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonvarsha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonvarsha
Where is Sonvarsha located?
Sonvarsha village is located in Sihawal Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonvarsha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonvarsha is Sonversha.
What is the pincode of Sonvarsha?
The pincode of Sonvarsha is 486670.
What is the population of Sonvarsha?
Sonvarsha has a total population of 913, including 459 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Sonvarsha?
There are 211 households in Sonvarsha.
What is the literacy rate in Sonvarsha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonvarsha is 60.02%. Male literacy is 65.58% and female literacy is 54.41%.