Sonsiya - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Sonsiya is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Sonsiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonsiya is 516587. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.42 hectares and falls under the 364081 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sonsiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonsiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sonsiya village had a total population of 3,467 people, including 1,792 males and 1,675 females, living in 576 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.13%, with male literacy at 83.73% and female literacy at 55.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 3,467 | 1,792 | 1,675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 534 | 268 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,057 | 1,276 | 781 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,410 | 516 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Sonsiya
Sonsiya 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 Sonsiya
Sonsiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alang to Sonsiya is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Sonsiya is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonsiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonsiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonsiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonsiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonsiya
Where is Sonsiya located?
Sonsiya village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonsiya?
Sonsiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonsiya?
The pincode of Sonsiya is 364081.
What is the population of Sonsiya?
Sonsiya had a total population of 3,467, including 1,792 males and 1,675 females.
How many households are there in Sonsiya?
Sonsiya had 576 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonsiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonsiya was 70.13%. Male literacy was 83.73% and female literacy was 55.43%.