Sonahara - Kundhit, Jamtara
Sonahara is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Babupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonahara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonahara is 373214. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.92 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Sonahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sonahara
According to the 2011 Census, Sonahara village had a total population of 373 people, including 206 males and 167 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 811 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.48%, with male literacy at 71.93% and female literacy at 57.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 363.
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 | 373 | 206 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 201 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 123 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 83 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Sonahara
Sonahara 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 Sonahara
Sonahara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Jamtara to Sonahara is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonahara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sonahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonahara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonahara
Where is Sonahara located?
Sonahara village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonahara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonahara is Babupur.
What is the pincode of Sonahara?
The pincode of Sonahara is 815359.
What is the population of Sonahara?
Sonahara had a total population of 373, including 206 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Sonahara?
Sonahara had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonahara was 65.48%. Male literacy was 71.93% and female literacy was 57.55%.