Sonpur
Sonpur is a village located in Savner tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Savner (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Sonpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonpur unique in its vibrant Savner-Nagpur region. You’ll see Sonpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonpur is 535259. The village spans a total geographical area of 518.56 hectares. Khapa is nearest town to Sonpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sonpur 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 Savner 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 Sonpur
Population of Sonpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpur has a total population of about 581, with approximately 278 males and 303 females. The sex ratio is around 1089 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 102 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 26 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 293. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.04%, with male literacy at about 63.67% and female literacy near 45.21%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 278 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 142 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 177 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 101 | 166 |
Connectivity of Sonpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sonpur 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 Sonpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonpur
- Where is Sonpur located?
- Sonpur village is situated in Savner Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
- Sonpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonpur is 581, with 278 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonpur village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonpur is 54.04%. The male literacy rate is 63.67%, while the female literacy rate is 45.21%.