Sonpur - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Sonpur is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Jambhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 538852. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.81 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 96 km away.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonpur
As per Census 2011, Sonpur village has a total population of 543 people, consisting of 266 males and 277 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 368 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 266 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 232 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 198 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 68 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpur
Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sonpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Sonpur is about 96 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Sonpur is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpur 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
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 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
Where is Sonpur located?
Sonpur village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpur is Jambhali.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 441209.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur has a total population of 543, including 266 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
There are 130 households in Sonpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur is 67.77%. Male literacy is 74.44% and female literacy is 61.37%.