Sonpuri
Sonpuri is a village located in Kuhi tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kuhi (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpur is the gram panchayat of Sonpuri village.
Sonpuri has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sonpuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpuri is 536436. The village spans a total geographical area of 626 hectares. Nagpur is nearest town to Sonpuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonpuri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Umred Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sonpuri
Population of Sonpuri
Below is a concise population overview of Sonpuri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 166 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 131 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 35 | 57 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonpuri village:
- The total population of Sonpuri village is around 320, including approximately 166 males and 154 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Sonpuri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonpuri village has 148 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonpuri village is about 71.25%, with male literacy at 78.92% and female literacy at 62.99%.
- There are around 83 households in Sonpuri village.
Connectivity of Sonpuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpuri. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonpuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpuri
- Where is Sonpuri located?
- Sonpuri village is situated in Kuhi Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpuri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonpuri is Shikarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpuri is 320, with 166 males and 154 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpuri village has a total of 83 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpuri is 71.25%. The male literacy rate is 78.92%, while the female literacy rate is 62.99%.