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.
Here you can discover what makes Sonmala unique in its vibrant Lakhani-Bhandara region. You’ll see Sonmala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sonmala
Population of Sonmala
According to the 2011 Census, Sonmala has a total population of about 895, with approximately 449 males and 446 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 198 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 43. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.04%, with male literacy at about 76.61% and female literacy near 59.42%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonmala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.