Sonari - Sonhat, Korea
Sonari is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from Sonhat and around 35 km from Baikunthpur. Baswahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonari is 431582. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.5 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sonari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonari
According to the 2011 Census, Sonari village had a total population of 246 people, including 127 males and 119 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.56%, with male literacy at 79.05% and female literacy at 49.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 246 | 127 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 83 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 44 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Sonari
Sonari is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sonari
Sonari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Sonari 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 Sonari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonari 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 Sonari
Where is Sonari located?
Sonari village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonari is Baswahi.
What is the pincode of Sonari?
The pincode of Sonari is 497339.
What is the population of Sonari?
Sonari had a total population of 246, including 127 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Sonari?
Sonari had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonari was 64.56%. Male literacy was 79.05% and female literacy was 49.50%.