Sonwa - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Sonwa is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 24 km from Goilkera and around 84 km from Chaibasa. Arahasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonwa is 377663. The village covers a total geographical area of 480 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode. Goilkera is the nearest town.
Sonwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonwa
According to the 2011 Census, Sonwa village had a total population of 435 people, including 214 males and 221 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.54%, with male literacy at 24.85% and female literacy at 6.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 414.
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 | 435 | 214 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 414 | 205 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 53 | 41 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 173 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Sonwa
Sonwa 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 Sonwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sonwa.
| 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 Chaibasa to Sonwa is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sonwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonwa 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sonwa
Where is Sonwa located?
Sonwa village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sonwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonwa is Arahasa.
What is the pincode of Sonwa?
The pincode of Sonwa is 833103.
What is the population of Sonwa?
Sonwa had a total population of 435, including 214 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Sonwa?
Sonwa had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonwa was 15.54%. Male literacy was 24.85% and female literacy was 6.82%.