Sonrkhap - Barkatha, Hazaribagh
Sonrkhap is a village situated in the Barkatha subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkatha and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Chechkapi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonrkhap village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonrkhap is 368313. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 825323 pincode. Hazaribagh is the nearest town.
Sonrkhap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonrkhap
According to the 2011 Census, Sonrkhap village had a total population of 665 people, including 325 males and 340 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.45%, with male literacy at 61.51% and female literacy at 38.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 665 | 325 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 117 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 163 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 162 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Sonrkhap
Sonrkhap 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 Sonrkhap
Sonrkhap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Sonrkhap is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonrkhap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonrkhap 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 Sonrkhap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonrkhap 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonrkhap
Where is Sonrkhap located?
Sonrkhap village is located in Barkatha Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonrkhap?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonrkhap is Chechkapi.
What is the pincode of Sonrkhap?
The pincode of Sonrkhap is 825323.
What is the population of Sonrkhap?
Sonrkhap had a total population of 665, including 325 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Sonrkhap?
Sonrkhap had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonrkhap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonrkhap was 49.45%. Male literacy was 61.51% and female literacy was 38.25%.