Sonhara - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Sonhara is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Padari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonhara is 503522. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.7 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Sonhara 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 Sonhara
As per Census 2011, Sonhara village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 255 males and 269 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 255 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 64 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 133 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 122 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Sonhara
Sonhara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padri | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Gunawal | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Amapadri | North-West | 1.76 km |
| Manikpur | East | 1.99 km |
| Niyas | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Pipri | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Mudpela | North | 2.93 km |
| Vijaypur | East | 2.97 km |
| Korsar Kothar | West | 3.15 km |
| Rajdaha | South | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonhara
Sonhara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gondwali, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Sonhara is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonhara 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 Sonhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonhara 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 Sonhara
Where is Sonhara located?
Sonhara village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonhara is Padari.
What is the pincode of Sonhara?
The pincode of Sonhara is 486882.
What is the population of Sonhara?
Sonhara has a total population of 524, including 255 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Sonhara?
There are 93 households in Sonhara.
What is the literacy rate in Sonhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonhara is 43.70%. Male literacy is 52.16% and female literacy is 35.69%.