Sonapur Deshpande - Gondpipri, Chandrapur
Sonapur Deshpande is a village situated in the Gondpipri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondpipri and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Sonapur Desh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonapur Deshpande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonapur Deshpande is 541952. The village covers a total geographical area of 989.4 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Sonapur Deshpande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonapur Deshpande
As per Census 2011, Sonapur Deshpande village has a total population of 1,366 people, consisting of 683 males and 683 females. The village has 392 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 161 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 816 literate and 550 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonapur Deshpande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,366 | 683 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 88 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 124 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 490 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 550 | 193 | 357 |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur Deshpande
Sonapur Deshpande 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tomta | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Gujari | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Wedgaon | East | 2.71 km |
| Podsa | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Chak Bapur | North-East | 3.68 km |
| Wamanpalli | North-West | 4.47 km |
| Kunde Nandgaon | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Sakmur | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Pardi | West | 5.74 km |
| Annur | West | 6.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonapur Deshpande
Public transport in the Sonapur Deshpande is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sirpur Town, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 140.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballarpur to Sonapur Deshpande is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Sonapur Deshpande is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonapur Deshpande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonapur Deshpande 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 Sonapur Deshpande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonapur Deshpande 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 Sonapur Deshpande
Where is Sonapur Deshpande located?
Sonapur Deshpande village is located in Gondpipri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonapur Deshpande?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonapur Deshpande is Sonapur Desh.
What is the pincode of Sonapur Deshpande?
The pincode of Sonapur Deshpande is 442702.
What is the population of Sonapur Deshpande?
Sonapur Deshpande has a total population of 1,366, including 683 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur Deshpande?
There are 392 households in Sonapur Deshpande.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur Deshpande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonapur Deshpande is 59.74%. Male literacy is 71.74% and female literacy is 47.73%.