Sonabad - Chas, Bokaro
Sonabad is a village situated in the Chas subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chas and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Sonabad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonabad is 362620. The village covers a total geographical area of 416.1 hectares and falls under the 827013 pincode.
Sonabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bokaro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonabad
As per Census 2011, Sonabad village has a total population of 2,709 people, consisting of 1,368 males and 1,341 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 376 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,542 literate and 1,167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,709 | 1,368 | 1,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 376 | 191 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 115 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,542 | 961 | 581 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 407 | 760 |
Nearby Villages of Sonabad
Sonabad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadurpur | North-East | 1.18 km |
| Chetami | South | 1.61 km |
| Amadhia | North | 2.31 km |
| Narayanpur | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Ghatiali | West | 3.03 km |
| Chakalia | East | 3.12 km |
| Kalikapur | South | 3.47 km |
| Shiarda | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Satanpur | North-West | 3.85 km |
| Narandi | South-West | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonabad
Sonabad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Radhagaon, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Sonabad is about 12 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 Sonabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonabad 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonabad
Where is Sonabad located?
Sonabad village is located in Chas Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonabad?
Sonabad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sonabad?
The pincode of Sonabad is 827013.
What is the population of Sonabad?
Sonabad has a total population of 2,709, including 1,368 males and 1,341 females.
How many households are there in Sonabad?
There are 451 households in Sonabad.
What is the literacy rate in Sonabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonabad is 56.92%. Male literacy is 70.25% and female literacy is 43.33%.