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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur village had a total population of 543 people, including 266 males and 277 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.88%, with male literacy at 82.50% and female literacy at 69.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 484.
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 | 543 | 266 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Village Panchayat of Sonpur?
The Village Panchayat of Sonpur is Jambhali.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 441209.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur had a total population of 543, including 266 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
Sonpur had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur was 75.88%. Male literacy was 82.50% and female literacy was 69.39%.