Sonbarsha - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Sonbarsha is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Korser serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonbarsha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonbarsha is 503527. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.16 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Sonbarsha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonbarsha
According to the 2011 Census, Sonbarsha village had a total population of 128 people, including 73 males and 55 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 753 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.49%, with male literacy at 51.67% and female literacy at 48.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 128 | 73 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 35 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 42 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sonbarsha
Sonbarsha 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 Sonbarsha
Public transport in the Sonbarsha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Sonbarsha is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonbarsha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonbarsha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonbarsha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonbarsha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonbarsha
Where is Sonbarsha located?
Sonbarsha village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonbarsha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonbarsha is Korser.
What is the pincode of Sonbarsha?
The pincode of Sonbarsha is 486882.
What is the population of Sonbarsha?
Sonbarsha had a total population of 128, including 73 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Sonbarsha?
Sonbarsha had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonbarsha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonbarsha was 50.49%. Male literacy was 51.67% and female literacy was 48.84%.