Sonhat
Sonhat is a village located in Sonhat tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Sonhat. Sonhat is the sub-district headquarter of Sonhat village. As per 2009 stats, Sonhat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sonhat unique in its vibrant Sonhat-Koriya region. You’ll see Sonhat’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 Sonhat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sonhat is 431556. The village spans a total geographical area of 474.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493661. Baikunthpur is nearest town to Sonhat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sonhat
Population of Sonhat
According to the 2011 Census, Sonhat has a total population of about 2,600, with approximately 1,327 males and 1,273 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 316 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 212 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 756. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.00%, with male literacy at about 77.24% and female literacy near 68.58%. There are around 618 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sonhat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Sonhat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sonhat. As per the 2011 stats, Sonhat 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 Sonhat
Knowing the nearby villages of Sonhat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sonhat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sonhat
- Where is Sonhat located?
- Sonhat village is situated in Sonhat Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sonhat?
- Sonhat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sonhat?
- The pincode of Sonhat is 493661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sonhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sonhat is 2,600, with 1,327 males and 1,273 females.
- How many households are there in Sonhat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sonhat village has a total of 618 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sonhat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sonhat is 73.00%. The male literacy rate is 77.24%, while the female literacy rate is 68.58%.