Sonkyari - Manora, Jashpur
Sonkyari is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Sonkyari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonkyari is 433914. The village covers a total geographical area of 1789.22 hectares and falls under the 496336 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sonkyari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonkyari
According to the 2011 Census, Sonkyari village had a total population of 1,236 people, including 666 males and 570 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.24%, with male literacy at 84.42% and female literacy at 57.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 959.
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 | 1,236 | 666 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 101 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 21 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 959 | 506 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 477 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 189 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Sonkyari
Sonkyari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandarsili | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Serdih | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Talasili | East | 4.63 km |
| Karadari | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Gedai | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Kardih | West | 5.17 km |
| Litim | North-East | 5.71 km |
| Gindha | North | 5.79 km |
| Remne | South | 6.17 km |
| Talora | East | 6.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonkyari
Sonkyari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Sonkyari is about 35 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 Sonkyari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonkyari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonkyari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonkyari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sonkyari
Where is Sonkyari located?
Sonkyari village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonkyari?
Sonkyari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonkyari?
The pincode of Sonkyari is 496336.
What is the population of Sonkyari?
Sonkyari had a total population of 1,236, including 666 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Sonkyari?
Sonkyari had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonkyari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonkyari was 72.24%. Male literacy was 84.42% and female literacy was 57.77%.