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.
Sonhat has its own place in the vibrant Koriya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Sonhat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sonhat village:
- The total population of Sonhat village is around 2,600, including approximately 1,327 males and 1,273 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 316 children aged 0–6 years in Sonhat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sonhat village has 212 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 756 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sonhat village is about 73.00%, with male literacy at 77.24% and female literacy at 68.58%.
- There are around 618 households in Sonhat village.
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%.