Sonaosokana - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Sonaosokana is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Apandara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sonaosokana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonaosokana is 398391. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sonaosokana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonaosokana
As per Census 2011, Sonaosokana village has a total population of 97 people, consisting of 46 males and 51 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 10 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonaosokana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 2 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Sonaosokana
Sonaosokana is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Apandara | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Praharajpur | North-East | 1.23 km |
| Nalara | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Padmalavapur | East | 1.72 km |
| Sribantapur | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Santarapur | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Kesarpur | South | 1.78 km |
| Kalamchatara | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Talanga | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Sanapanitira | North | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sonaosokana
Sonaosokana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Sonaosokana is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Sonaosokana is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sonaosokana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonaosokana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sonaosokana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonaosokana 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sonaosokana
Where is Sonaosokana located?
Sonaosokana village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sonaosokana?
The Gram Panchayat of Sonaosokana is Apandara.
What is the pincode of Sonaosokana?
The pincode of Sonaosokana is 754119.
What is the population of Sonaosokana?
Sonaosokana has a total population of 97, including 46 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Sonaosokana?
There are 19 households in Sonaosokana.
What is the literacy rate in Sonaosokana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonaosokana is 89.69%. Male literacy is 95.65% and female literacy is 84.31%.