Sonari Gaon - Jorhat East, Jorhat
Sonari Gaon is a village situated in the Jorhat East subdivision of Jorhat district, Assam. It is located approximately 7 km from Jorhat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Uttar Pub Charigaon serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Sonari Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonari Gaon is 293742. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.11 hectares and falls under the 785001 pincode. Jorhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sonari Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teok Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jorhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonari Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sonari Gaon village had a total population of 808 people, including 420 males and 388 females, living in 178 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.36%, with male literacy at 97.95% and female literacy at 94.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 808 | 420 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 382 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 38 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Sonari Gaon
Sonari Gaon 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 Sonari Gaon
Sonari Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonari Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jorhat to Sonari Gaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonari Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonari Gaon 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 Sonari Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonari Gaon 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 Sonari Gaon
Where is Sonari Gaon located?
Sonari Gaon village is located in Jorhat East Subdivision, Jorhat district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Sonari Gaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Sonari Gaon is Uttar Pub Charigaon.
What is the pincode of Sonari Gaon?
The pincode of Sonari Gaon is 785001.
What is the population of Sonari Gaon?
Sonari Gaon had a total population of 808, including 420 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Sonari Gaon?
Sonari Gaon had 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonari Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonari Gaon was 96.36%. Male literacy was 97.95% and female literacy was 94.60%.