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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Sonpur Chak village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 64 males and 49 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 765 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpur Chak are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Sonpur Chak?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 113, including 64 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur Chak?
There are 33 households in Sonpur Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur Chak is 60.18%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 53.06%.