Sondho Ratti - Goraul, Vaishali
Sondho Ratti is a village situated in the Goraul subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goraul and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Sondho Dullah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sondho Ratti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondho Ratti is 234979. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 844118 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sondho Ratti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sondho Ratti
As per Census 2011, Sondho Ratti village has a total population of 3,048 people, consisting of 1,611 males and 1,437 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 550 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,611 literate and 1,437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 893 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sondho Ratti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,048 | 1,611 | 1,437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 283 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 470 | 423 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,611 | 971 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,437 | 640 | 797 |
Nearby Villages of Sondho Ratti
Sondho Ratti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Maniram Urf Chandpur | North | 0.83 km |
| Dharampur Sewakram | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Lachhmi Naryanpur | West | 1.36 km |
| Ramdaspur Sundarpur Dina | East | 1.43 km |
| Tal Berai | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Sandhodullah | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Bhanpur Barewa | North | 1.92 km |
| Rajkhand | West | 1.99 km |
| Majirabad | South | 2.07 km |
| Rasulpur Hussain Dakhali | South-West | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sondho Ratti
Sondho Ratti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goraul, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.2 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Sondho Ratti is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondho Ratti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondho Ratti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sondho Ratti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondho Ratti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sondho Ratti
Where is Sondho Ratti located?
Sondho Ratti village is located in Goraul Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondho Ratti?
The Gram Panchayat of Sondho Ratti is Sondho Dullah.
What is the pincode of Sondho Ratti?
The pincode of Sondho Ratti is 844118.
What is the population of Sondho Ratti?
Sondho Ratti has a total population of 3,048, including 1,611 males and 1,437 females.
How many households are there in Sondho Ratti?
There are 622 households in Sondho Ratti.
What is the literacy rate in Sondho Ratti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondho Ratti is 52.85%. Male literacy is 60.27% and female literacy is 44.54%.