Bera Sonowal - Jonai, Dhemaji
Bera Sonowal is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Sille serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Bera Sonowal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bera Sonowal is 289566. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 787060 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Bera Sonowal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bera Sonowal
According to the 2011 Census, Bera Sonowal village had a total population of 79 people, including 43 males and 36 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 79 | 43 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bera Sonowal
Bera Sonowal 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 Bera Sonowal
Bera Sonowal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Bera Sonowal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Bera Sonowal is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Bera Sonowal is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bera Sonowal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bera Sonowal 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 Bera Sonowal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bera Sonowal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bera Sonowal
Where is Bera Sonowal located?
Bera Sonowal village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Bera Sonowal?
The Gaon Panchayat of Bera Sonowal is Sille.
What is the pincode of Bera Sonowal?
The pincode of Bera Sonowal is 787060.
What is the population of Bera Sonowal?
Bera Sonowal had a total population of 79, including 43 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Bera Sonowal?
Bera Sonowal had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bera Sonowal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bera Sonowal was 79.41%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 61.29%.