Sondiha - Bishunpura, Garhwa
Sondiha is a village situated in the Bishunpura subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishunpura and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Amhar Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sondiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sondiha is 347435. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.51 hectares and falls under the 822128 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town.
Sondiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sondiha
According to the 2011 Census, Sondiha village had a total population of 250 people, including 128 males and 122 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.33%, with male literacy at 94.69% and female literacy at 91.96%.
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 | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Sondiha
Sondiha 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 Sondiha
Public transport in the Sondiha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sondiha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Garhwa to Sondiha is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sondiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sondiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sondiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sondiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sondiha
Where is Sondiha located?
Sondiha village is located in Bishunpura Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sondiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sondiha is Amhar Khas.
What is the pincode of Sondiha?
The pincode of Sondiha is 822128.
What is the population of Sondiha?
Sondiha had a total population of 250, including 128 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Sondiha?
Sondiha had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sondiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sondiha was 93.33%. Male literacy was 94.69% and female literacy was 91.96%.