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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Sonwa village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 214 males and 221 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 53 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 214 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| 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 has a total population of 435, including 214 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Sonwa?
There are 82 households in Sonwa.
What is the literacy rate in Sonwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonwa is 12.18%. Male literacy is 19.16% and female literacy is 5.43%.