Sonardih - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Sonardih is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Bahiyardih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonardih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonardih is 361444. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.85 hectares and falls under the 828125 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Sonardih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonardih
As per Census 2011, Sonardih village has a total population of 1,207 people, consisting of 652 males and 555 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 658 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 477 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonardih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 652 | 555 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 114 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 253 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 658 | 417 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 235 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Sonardih
Sonardih 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 Sonardih
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sonardih. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sonardih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Sonardih is about 17 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 Sonardih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonardih 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 Sonardih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonardih 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 Sonardih
Where is Sonardih located?
Sonardih village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonardih?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonardih is Bahiyardih.
What is the pincode of Sonardih?
The pincode of Sonardih is 828125.
What is the population of Sonardih?
Sonardih has a total population of 1,207, including 652 males and 555 females.
How many households are there in Sonardih?
There are 255 households in Sonardih.
What is the literacy rate in Sonardih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonardih is 54.52%. Male literacy is 63.96% and female literacy is 43.42%.