Sonmala
Sonmala is a village located in Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhani (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Somanala is the gram panchayat of Sonmala village.
Sonmala has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonmala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonmala is 537229. The village spans a total geographical area of 364.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441809. Bhandara is nearest town to Sonmala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Sonmala
Below is a concise population overview of Sonmala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 895 | 449 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 94 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 344 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 105 | 181 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonmala village:
- The total population of Sonmala village is around 895, including approximately 449 males and 446 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Sonmala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonmala village has 198 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 43 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonmala village is about 68.04%, with male literacy at 76.61% and female literacy at 59.42%.
- There are around 217 households in Sonmala village.
Connectivity of Sonmala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonmala. As per the 2011 stats, Sonmala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonmala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonmala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonmala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonmala
- Where is Sonmala located?
- Sonmala village is situated in Lakhani Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonmala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonmala is Somanala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonmala?
- The pincode of Sonmala is 441809, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonmala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonmala is 895, with 449 males and 446 females.
- How many households are there in Sonmala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonmala village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonmala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonmala is 68.04%. The male literacy rate is 76.61%, while the female literacy rate is 59.42%.