Sonchiraiya
Sonchiraiya is a village located in Thanakhamria tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Thanakhamria (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Hatraka is the gram panchayat of Sonchiraiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Sonchiraiya unique in its vibrant Thanakhamria-Durg region. You’ll see Sonchiraiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sonchiraiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonchiraiya is 442232. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491338. Thanakhamria is nearest town to Sonchiraiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sonchiraiya
Population of Sonchiraiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sonchiraiya has a total population of about 856, with approximately 427 males and 429 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.53%, with male literacy at about 69.09% and female literacy near 48.02%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonchiraiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 427 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 501 | 295 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 132 | 223 |
Connectivity of Sonchiraiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonchiraiya. As per the 2011 stats, Sonchiraiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sonchiraiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonchiraiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonchiraiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonchiraiya
- Where is Sonchiraiya located?
- Sonchiraiya village is situated in Thanakhamria Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonchiraiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sonchiraiya is Hatraka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sonchiraiya?
- The pincode of Sonchiraiya is 491338, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonchiraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonchiraiya is 856, with 427 males and 429 females.
- How many households are there in Sonchiraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonchiraiya village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonchiraiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonchiraiya is 58.53%. The male literacy rate is 69.09%, while the female literacy rate is 48.02%.