Soniyapat - Saragaon, Janjgir-Champa
Soniyapat is a village situated in the Saragaon tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Champa and around 30 km from Janjgir. Soniyapath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Soniyapat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soniyapat is 436840. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.63 hectares and falls under the 495660 pincode. Saragaon is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Soniyapat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaijaipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soniyapat
According to the 2011 Census, Soniyapat village had a total population of 915 people, including 450 males and 465 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.17%, with male literacy at 86.68% and female literacy at 58.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 391.
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 | 915 | 450 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 391 | 197 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 332 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 118 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Soniyapat
Soniyapat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawagaon | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Deori | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Darri | North | 2.12 km |
| Risda | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Amruwa | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Muktaraja | East | 3.20 km |
| Bhagodih | East | 3.20 km |
| Sarhar | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Kumharikalan | North | 3.69 km |
| Kumhari Khurd | North | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Soniyapat
Soniyapat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sulgare, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Saragaon to Soniyapat is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Soniyapat is about 30 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 Soniyapat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soniyapat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Soniyapat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soniyapat 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 Soniyapat
Where is Soniyapat located?
Soniyapat village is located in Saragaon Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Soniyapat?
The Gram Panchayat of Soniyapat is Soniyapath.
What is the pincode of Soniyapat?
The pincode of Soniyapat is 495660.
What is the population of Soniyapat?
Soniyapat had a total population of 915, including 450 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Soniyapat?
Soniyapat had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Soniyapat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soniyapat was 72.17%. Male literacy was 86.68% and female literacy was 58.64%.