Sonpur - Savner, Nagpur
Sonpur is a village situated in the Savner tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Savner and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Sonpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpur is 535259. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.56 hectares and falls under the 441101 pincode. Khapa is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sonpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Savner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpur
As per Census 2011, Sonpur village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 278 males and 303 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 293 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonpur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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
Sonpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khapa to Sonpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Sonpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Savner Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpur?
Sonpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonpur?
The pincode of Sonpur is 441101.
What is the population of Sonpur?
Sonpur has a total population of 581, including 278 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Sonpur?
There are 145 households in Sonpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpur is 54.04%. Male literacy is 63.67% and female literacy is 45.21%.