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
As per Census 2011, Sonsiya village has a total population of 3,467 people, consisting of 1,792 males and 1,675 females. The village has 576 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 534 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,057 literate and 1,410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonsiya are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,467, including 1,792 males and 1,675 females.
How many households are there in Sonsiya?
There are 576 households in Sonsiya.
What is the literacy rate in Sonsiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonsiya is 59.33%. Male literacy is 71.21% and female literacy is 46.63%.