Sonahula - Guthani, Siwan
Sonahula is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sonahula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonahula is 232218. The village covers a total geographical area of 665 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Sonahula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonahula
As per Census 2011, Sonahula village has a total population of 3,279 people, consisting of 1,661 males and 1,618 females. The village has 496 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,016 literate and 1,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 603 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonahula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,279 | 1,661 | 1,618 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 245 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 603 | 304 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 2,016 | 1,215 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,263 | 446 | 817 |
Nearby Villages of Sonahula
Sonahula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratanpura | North-West | 1.11 km |
| Bihari Buzurg | South | 1.29 km |
| Tendua | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Mahal Garhwa | West | 1.86 km |
| Tanrwa Khurd | North | 1.91 km |
| Sarea | South | 2.03 km |
| Bhulauli | East | 2.08 km |
| Nainijor | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Goura Pandey | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Goharua | South | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonahula
Sonahula is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bankata, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Mairwa to Sonahula is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Sonahula is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonahula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonahula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonahula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonahula 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonahula
Where is Sonahula located?
Sonahula village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonahula?
Sonahula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonahula?
The pincode of Sonahula is 841239.
What is the population of Sonahula?
Sonahula has a total population of 3,279, including 1,661 males and 1,618 females.
How many households are there in Sonahula?
There are 496 households in Sonahula.
What is the literacy rate in Sonahula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonahula is 61.48%. Male literacy is 73.15% and female literacy is 49.51%.