Sonpur Chak - Armori, Gadchiroli
Sonpur Chak is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kojabi serves as the Village Panchayat for Sonpur Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur Chak is 538579. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.34 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sonpur Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonpur Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur Chak village had a total population of 113 people, including 64 males and 49 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 766 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.55%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 42 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur Chak
Sonpur Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohatola Alies Kukadi | South | 1.56 km |
| Lohara | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Karpada Chak | West | 2.17 km |
| Hirapur Rith | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Kojabi | West | 2.88 km |
| Naroti Chak | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Sirsi | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Vairagad | North | 3.54 km |
| Vihirgaon | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Ganeshpur Chak | South-West | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonpur Chak
Sonpur Chak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Sonpur Chak is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Sonpur Chak is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpur Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpur Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpur Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpur Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonpur Chak
Where is Sonpur Chak located?
Sonpur Chak village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Sonpur Chak?
The Village Panchayat of Sonpur Chak is Kojabi.
What is the pincode of Sonpur Chak?
The pincode of Sonpur Chak is 441217.
What is the population of Sonpur Chak?
Sonpur Chak had a total population of 113, including 64 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur Chak?
Sonpur Chak had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur Chak was 63.55%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 59.09%.