Sonapur - Pombhurna, Chandrapur
Sonapur is a village situated in the Pombhurna tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pombhurna and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Ashta serves as the Village Panchayat for Sonapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonapur is 541508. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.05 hectares and falls under the 442918 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sonapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonapur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonapur village had a total population of 500 people, including 265 males and 235 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.12%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 71.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 500 | 265 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 75 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 341 | 187 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 78 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Sonapur
Sonapur 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 Sonapur
Sonapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mul to Sonapur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Sonapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonapur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonapur
Where is Sonapur located?
Sonapur village is located in Pombhurna Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sonapur?
The Village Panchayat of Sonapur is Ashta.
What is the pincode of Sonapur?
The pincode of Sonapur is 442918.
What is the population of Sonapur?
Sonapur had a total population of 500, including 265 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Sonapur?
Sonapur had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonapur was 76.12%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 71.30%.