Sonpura - Sapotra, Karauli
Sonpura is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Rahir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpura is 077059. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.64 hectares and falls under the 322249 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sonpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpura
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpura village had a total population of 112 people, including 62 males and 50 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.25%, with male literacy at 52.94% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 35 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpura
Sonpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijaude Ki Guwari | East | 2.49 km |
| Raibeli Mathuraki | West | 2.84 km |
| Koorat Ki Guwari | South | 3.16 km |
| Amre Ki Guwari | South-West | 4.35 km |
| Mandi Bhat | North-East | 4.63 km |
| Bahadarpur | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Peepal Ki Guwari | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Kalakhet | East | 5.26 km |
| Davar Khargamanshah | South | 6.87 km |
| Chirmil | South-East | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonpura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonpura. The nearest railway station is Birpur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karauli to Sonpura is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonpura
Where is Sonpura located?
Sonpura village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpura is Rahir.
What is the pincode of Sonpura?
The pincode of Sonpura is 322249.
What is the population of Sonpura?
Sonpura had a total population of 112, including 62 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Sonpura?
Sonpura had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpura was 47.25%. Male literacy was 52.94% and female literacy was 40.00%.