Sonhat - Sonhat, Korea
Sonhat is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Baikunthpur. Sonhat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonhat is 431556. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.55 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sonhat 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 Sonhat
As per Census 2011, Sonhat village has a total population of 2,600 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,273 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,898 literate and 702 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 756 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonhat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,600 | 1,327 | 1,273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 165 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 91 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 756 | 341 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 1,898 | 1,025 | 873 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 302 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Sonhat
Sonhat 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 Sonhat
Sonhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Baikunthpur to Sonhat 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 Sonhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonhat 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 Sonhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonhat 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sonhat
Where is Sonhat located?
Sonhat village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonhat?
Sonhat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonhat?
The pincode of Sonhat is 497339.
What is the population of Sonhat?
Sonhat has a total population of 2,600, including 1,327 males and 1,273 females.
How many households are there in Sonhat?
There are 618 households in Sonhat.
What is the literacy rate in Sonhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonhat is 73.00%. Male literacy is 77.24% and female literacy is 68.58%.