Sonpah - Beerwah, Budgam
Sonpah is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Beerwah and around 15 km from Budgam. Sonapah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonpah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonpah is 000487. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.95 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Sonpah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beerwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonpah
According to the 2011 Census, Sonpah village had a total population of 3,072 people, including 1,771 males and 1,301 females, living in 375 households. The sex ratio was 735 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.46%, with male literacy at 78.96% and female literacy at 54.47%.
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 | 3,072 | 1,771 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 930 | 635 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,445 | 897 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,627 | 874 | 753 |
Nearby Villages of Sonpah
Sonpah 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 Sonpah
Sonpah 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 Beerwah to Sonpah is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Sonpah is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonpah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonpah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sonpah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonpah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonpah
Where is Sonpah located?
Sonpah village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonpah?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonpah is Sonapah.
What is the pincode of Sonpah?
The pincode of Sonpah is 193411.
What is the population of Sonpah?
Sonpah had a total population of 3,072, including 1,771 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Sonpah?
Sonpah had 375 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonpah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonpah was 67.46%. Male literacy was 78.96% and female literacy was 54.47%.